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Kakocho means “book of the past.” When a person dies, they are given a new Buddhist name which is recorded on the Kakocho along with their given birth name. These records are kept at the family’s Buddhist temple. Kakocho records can provide information on many generations and include information about immediate family members. Therefore+ Kakocho records are the next best source to search for family history information. | Kakocho means “book of the past.” When a person dies, they are given a new Buddhist name which is recorded on the Kakocho along with their given birth name. These records are kept at the family’s Buddhist temple. Kakocho records can provide information on many generations and include information about immediate family members. Therefore+ Kakocho records are the next best source to search for family history information. | ||
The | The FamilySearch Library has been able to microfilm a few Kakocho records; it is possible to contact the Buddhist temple directly to receive copies. The Buddhist temple will require that you provide proof of relationship (similar to the Koseki), to the person you are requesting. | ||
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