Cremation Explained—What Happens to the Body? 😵 #shorts #subscribe Cremation rates vary significantly across countries. Japan has the highest cremation rate at over 99%, while Greece has one of the lowest, below 1%. Countries with strong Buddhist traditions, like Taiwan, South Korea, and Thailand, also have high cremation rates. In contrast, countries like Mongolia, Lithuania, and Russia have relatively low rates. The United States is projected to have a cremation rate of 61.9% in 2024. Voice: