Upcoming Trips
Serving Christ in Japan
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4/10/26! - Spots are Limited!
Summer 2026
July 7 - 15, 2026
This vision trip is designed for college students who are seriously considering long-term ministry in Japan. Throughout the trip, participants will meet with missionaries from various mission agencies, visit local ministries, and attend a Japanese church in Tokyo. The goal is to provide firsthand exposure to the spiritual and cultural landscape of Japan, helping students discern whether God is calling them to serve there long-term.
Ministry Activities
MISSIONARIES/AGENCIES
Participants will have opportunities to connect with missionaries from various agencies, gaining firsthand insight into life and ministry in Japan.
CHURCH
Participants will attend a local Japanese church, which may be either fully Japanese-speaking or bilingual.
IMMERSION FOCUS
Cultural days are built into the trip to give participants a deeper understanding of life in Japan. Activities may include guided visits to areas such as red-light districts for the purpose of ministry awareness, engagement with weekday ministries in Tokyo, and exploring the city and its culture.
THE JAPANESE CULTURE
Quick Facts
Population: ~125 million
Capital: Tokyo
Language: Japanese
Currency: Japanese Yen (¥)
Religion: Shinto & Buddhism (many identify as non-religious)
Christian Population: ~1%
Time Zone: Japan Standard Time (UTC +9)
Climate: Hot, humid summers; mild winters
Safety: One of the safest countries in the world
Culture: Highly relational, respectful, and community-oriented
Less than 1%
Japan is considered one of the most unreached people groups in the world, with less than 1% of the population identifying as Christian. While Japan is a highly developed and prosperous nation, many people have limited exposure to the gospel.
There is no widespread persecution of Christianity, and missionary visas are available, making Japan one of the most open countries to missions.
Yet many have never heard or understood the message of Christ.
Qualifications
Spiritual & Character
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Loves Jesus and demonstrates a growing, active faith
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Has a servant’s heart and a desire to serve others
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Desires to build meaningful relationships with Japanese people
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Is a good listener and willing to learn
Calling & Intent
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Must be seriously interested in long-term ministry in Japan
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Open to discerning God’s calling through this experience
Posture & Flexibility
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Flexible and able to adapt to last-minute changes
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Comfortable stepping into unfamiliar environments
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Willing to engage with language and cultural barriers
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Practical Readiness
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Comfortable navigating public transportation (metro, bus, etc.)
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Able to walk 10,000+ steps daily
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Comfortable in small or shared spaces
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Open to eating Japanese food and trying new foods
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Self-sufficient and responsible in daily tasks
Eligibility
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Must be a college-aged student
Responsibilities
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TBD
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Other tasks/duties as assigned
Cost
$3,500 (eight days).
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Airfare included
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Costs are estimated
Fundraise or self-pay.
$75 application fee required