Japan

Japan is an island nation of over 123 million people with just a tiny percentage of Christians. Derek Prince Ministries is working hard to ‘reach the unreached’ with the Gospel message and bring much-needed Bible teaching to the small Christian community.

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1 Timothy 2:3b-4

Mission and Impact

Japan, an island nation with over 123 million people, is often considered one of the most challenging countries to reach with the Gospel. Historical factors such as closed borders to Christians and Western influence for over 250 years, combined with the cultural importance of family and religious identity, contribute to this difficulty. Rejecting traditional beliefs for Christianity can result in social ostracism, making personal evangelism complex and requiring a foundation of trust and relationship.

Shintoism and Buddhism dominate Japan's spiritual landscape, with 79.2% and 66.8% of the population adhering to these faiths, respectively, while Christians make up only 1.5%. The small Christian community faces significant challenges, including limited access to Bible teaching resources and a pressing need for both evangelism and discipleship to strengthen their faith.

Derek Prince Ministries is dedicated to addressing these challenges by reaching as many Japanese people as possible with Derek's Bible teaching materials through a wide variety of online resources. By partnering with local believers and utilizing digital platforms, we aim to equip and support the Christian community, helping them to grow spiritually and share the message of Jesus Christ in a sensitive and impactful way.

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Local Presence

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Supported Language(s)
Japanese
Bible Teaching(s)
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• 37 Books
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• 53 Teaching Letters
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* We assist with the translation of Bible teachings in these languages.

Country Demographics

Regional Demographics

Country
Japan
Region
Asia
Continent
Asia
Subcontinent
Eastern Asia
Population
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126,860,301
Population Density (km²)
348
Capital City
Tokyo
Other Major Cities
Currency
Japanese yen (?)
Christian Persecution
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    What We Do in Japan

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      Derek Prince Ministries spreads hope globally with Bible study guides, books, and digital content in over 100 languages, reaching the remotest places.
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      Digital Discipleship

      Delivering God's Word globally, Derek Prince Ministries uses digital platforms to provide essential Bible teachings and resources, nurturing faith and discipleship.

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        The Journey So Far

        Derek Prince Ministries long desired to reach Japan with Derek’s Bible teachings. In 2014, the door opened when we connected with a dedicated Japanese translator who has been faithfully translating Derek’s materials ever since.

        We now offer a vast array of freely available online resources, including Teaching Letters, proclamation cards, books, and audio messages. These resources have been a great blessing to Christians all across the nation, providing much-needed spiritual strength and guidance.

        Today, our mission continues to grow as we expand our online resources, bringing the Gospel to this spiritually dry and thirsty nation. We aim to deepen Christians' understanding of the Word of God, supporting them in their faith journey and equipping them to share the message of Jesus Christ.

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        “Whenever I’m intrigued by a subject, I consistently find teachings that resonate with Derek Prince’s insights.”
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        Join the Mission

        Your financial support of Derek Prince Ministries has the power to transform lives - translate Derek’s Bible teaching to bring God's truth to Japanese believers and seekers, distribute Derek's Bible teaching to reach isolated Christian communities across Japan, and reach thousands with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.

        We invite you to partner with us, sowing seeds of hope and faith, touching hearts, and inspiring a new generation of believers.

        Your generosity is an investment in the future leaders of Japan and Christians across the globe, ensuring they grow spiritually through vital discipleship resources.

        Support the Mission

        Your gift today will empower believers, strengthen faith, and spread the gospel.

        We invite you to join us as we pray for our Global Outreach effort in Japan
        Pray for God’s protection and anointing upon our translators: “Yvonne” who is subtitling 70 of Derek’s most influential video messages and Fumie who is translating the Laying the Foundation series.
        Pray for God’s anointing, health, and strength for our translator “Yvonne” as she works on the Japanese subtitles for 70 of Derek’s major video messages.
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            Warren Smith
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            +64 3 366 4443
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            C/O Derek Prince Ministries New Zealand, PO Box 2029, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand

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