A controversial panel exhibition planned in a Japanese funeral home has been cancelled due to public backlash. Following the announcement of the event, the organizers faced significant criticism from the public who deemed the event disrespectful, leading to its subsequent cancellation. The details of the event, including its purpose and contents, were not made public prior to the cancellation.

In Japan, there is a deep cultural respect for the deceased, and funeral homes are considered sacred spaces. The idea of using these spaces for other purposes, especially for exhibits, is seen as dishonoring the dead and violating the sanctity of these places. The public's reaction reflects the importance of tradition and the need to respect cultural norms in the Japanese society.

Similar controversies arise in the US or EU regarding the use of sacred or dedicated spaces for commercial or inappropriate events. Respect for social and cultural norms is deeply imperative across societies, and any breach of these norms is often met with resistance in western societies too, albeit the specifics will vary based on cultural context.