Japanese

  • Pre-Entry
  • Pre-Evangelism
  • Evangelism
  • Discipleship
  • Phase-Out
  • Completed

About the People

Japan, an archipelago of 6,852 islands, sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it particularly prone to earthquakes and tsunamis. Nevertheless, its population of more than 126 million people is the world’s tenth-largest, and its country is one of the most densely populated in the world. Nearly three-fourths of Japan consists of forests and mountains. Its climate varies greatly from north to south, producing both deep snowbanks and the celebrated cherry blossoms for which Japan is famous. However, for all the beauty of this country, Japan has a high suicide rate (more than 30,000 a year).

Among these 126 million people, fewer than one percent of Japanese are Christian. A syncretism of Shintoism and Buddhism remains the predominant religion but seems to be a form rather than a genuine belief for many Japanese, according to polls. The younger generation faces a different working environment than their parents and typically values individualism more than the older generation. In addition, a number of young people never leave home, are unemployed, and do not pay taxes, placing a burden on the government as it deliberates on how to provide for an increasingly elderly and declining population.

About the Project

Two missionary units are needed to serve in a variety of capacities. Suicide, the leading cause of death for people under age 30, points to a loss of meaning, hope and identity. Other social phenomena indicate that Japan faces a crisis among the young. Come minister to this wealthy but impoverished generation.

People-Group Facts

  • Population: 126 million
  • Language: Japanese
  • Religion: Shintoism/Buddhism

Frontier Stories

Roots and Branches in Japan

Please prayerfully consider joining us through your prayers, monthly support, or serving as a missionary among the unreached Japanese people.

By: Adrian Solis
July 01 2025, 9:57 am | Comments 0

Why Japan? Why Now?

Together, we can take the gospel to those in Japan who are still waiting to hear it for the first time.

By: Kerigma David
July 01 2025, 9:34 am | Comments 0

Mount Fuji: A Gateway to Heaven?

Please pray for us as we attend training this summer and prepare to launch to Japan with the gospel.

By: Adrian Solis
June 01 2025, 2:17 pm | Comments 0

Running the Marathon

Please continue to pray for us and our journey here in Japan as we strive to show God’s love to those we come in contact with on a regular basis.

By: Michael Babienco
June 01 2025, 2:00 pm | Comments 0

Hiroshima

Your prayers and support can help bring Christ’s healing love to those still searching for peace.

By: Kerigma David
May 01 2025, 2:01 pm | Comments 0

Overcoming Barriers In Japan

Will you prayerfully consider partnering with us as a monthly supporter so we can live out the gospel among the unreached people of Japan?

By: Adrian Solis
May 01 2025, 1:54 pm | Comments 0

Spoiled!

As we grow closer to God and draw nearer to the light and joy of His presence, the pleasures of this world start to melt away and spoil.

By: Caitlyn Babienco
April 01 2025, 10:02 am | Comments 0

Immersed in His Presence

Please prayerfully consider joining us in this vital mission of reaching the Japanese for Jesus.

By: Adrian Solis
April 01 2025, 9:39 am | Comments 0

Astronauts and Aliens

Please pray that God will water the seeds that have been planted and that there may be fruit for His kingdom from this school.

By: Michael Babienco
March 01 2025, 9:52 am | Comments 0

The Savior, Not Superstitions or Shrines

Please prayerfully consider joining us in taking the gospel to the ends of the earth.

By: Adrian & Sumako Solis
March 01 2025, 9:43 am | Comments 0

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