Check out our seminar on missionary finances here -> https://www.youtube.com/live/PuwJ7JlO7sc In this video, we talk about two primary ways to fund missionary work in Japan: working a regular job (often called “tentmaking”) or raising outside support to serve in a full-time capacity. We explain how tentmaking allows individuals to establish immediate workplace connections but limits […]
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Moving to a new country can be a daunting experience. There is a lot of planning and praying that goes into it. Since many people visit Japan on their own before diving headfirst into ministry, we have put together a list of questions you can ask missionaries to better understand their area and perspectives. We
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You can see the full seminar here -> https://youtube.com/live/KI-w66Nf25o In this video, we will talk about the complex and fascinating landscape of Japanese religion, focusing on both traditional beliefs and the emergence of new religious movements. We’ll explore the foundational influence of Shinto and Buddhism, which have shaped Japan’s spiritual and cultural identity for centuries.
One issue that most long-term missionaries will have to face is the challenge of learning Japanese. While singles and newlywed couples may not find it quite as difficult to go to school and spend large amount of time with others outside of the home, those who have children may find it difficult for wives to
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You can view the full seminar here -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsB7lNqn3LI In this video, we will discuss Japanese culture, focusing on how it evolves over time and what this means for ministry efforts. We’ll explore the misconceptions that Japanese culture is static or uniform and examine how generational shifts, economic changes, and educational reforms influence people’s values,
You can view the full seminar here -> https://www.youtube.com/live/nyriJcCUOdk In this video, we will discuss various societal and cultural challenges currently facing Japan. We’ll begin by exploring the criminal justice system, including crime statistics and trends, with a focus on the growing elderly prison population and the difficulties inmates face when reintegrating into society. Next,
In this video, we will be discussing social media usage trends in Japan and how they differ significantly from those in countries like the United States. We’ll start by exploring the role of popular platforms such as YouTube, Twitter (now X), Instagram, Facebook, and the uniquely Japanese app, Line, analyzing user statistics and cultural preferences.
Seminar: Technology and the changing landscape of Japan Read More »
Increasingly, the front door of churches is online. When you think about it, most of us probably check something on our phones before going to a new store or restaurant. People who visit your church behave the same way. It is very rare that anyone would simply walk in. Since Japanese people tend to be
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When planning to live and work in Japan as a missionary, you will inevitably need to know how much money it will take for you to live and work in Japan. Depending on who you talk to and which organization you go with, you will get vastly different numbers for how much you should raise
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Sharing the Gospel with Japanese people (or any person for that matter) is best done in the context of relationships. In this article, we will examine different ways you can seek to build relationships with Japanese people. The goal is for you to effectively strategize and plan your time evangelism and outreach. To build relationships
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