This is the 5166th most frequent Japanese word.
遺骨
The remains of a deceased person's bones; ashes.
遺骨 refers to 'remains of the deceased' in the context of someone's return to their place of origin.
遺骨は故郷に帰還しました。
The remains returned to their homeland.
遺骨 is used to indicate 'remains' regarding the act of interment in a specified location.
遺骨を墓地に安置しました。
The remains were placed in the cemetery.
遺骨 emphasizes 'cremated remains' in the context of handling them with respect and care.