Mission Japan is
ミッション・ジャパンについて

A joint mission of the Dutch Reformed Church in South Africa and other church groups worldwide, in close partnership with the Reformed Church in Japan.

A faith action, dependent on the voluntary support and prayers of individuals, groups, and Christian faith communities from around the world.

A network of support for our mission partners, working as bridge builders for the gospel of Jesus Christ in Japan.

Latest News
最新ニュース

God’s light shines here in unique ways. Our ministry focuses on the Kobe Reformed Theological Seminary and nationwide church ministries.

This platform serves as a place for collaborators to join us in living out the Christian faith, hope, and love in Japan.

Testimonials
協力者の声
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Society and Religion in Japan
日本の社会・宗教

Japan is a bustling society and a resilient nation with remarkable ambition and capabilities. The rapidly aging population currently stands at 125 million people, with 30% over 65 years old and about 90% living in cities. For the Japanese, “god” is not a personal god, and religion is not a norm for their lives. Many Japanese still have small Shinto shrines or Buddhist altars in their homes. They are skeptical about faith in a single religion or deity and critical of such beliefs.

Reformed Church in Japan
日本キリスト改革派教会

The Reformed Church in Japan (RCJ) is a vibrant church, currently in its 79th year of existence (in 2025). The RCJ has approximately 10,000 members in 140 congregations nationwide. However, about 40 of these congregations are without a full-time minister. The need is undeniable. Over the past 50 years, a very close partnership and mission cooperation have developed between the RCJ and the South African Dutch Reformed Church (NG Church) family through Mission Japan. 

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Kobe Reformed Theological Seminary
神戸改革派神学校

KRTS (Kobe Reformed Theological Seminary) was founded in 1947, a year after the founding of the Reformed Church in Japan (RCJ). However, the roots go back to before the Second World War, which ended in 1945. According to its charter, KRTS is committed to the historic Reformed faith manifested in the Westminster Standards of Faith. The current faculty continues to maintain that commitment.

The work and life of our mission partners
派遣された者の働きと生活

The Van der Watt family’s involvement with the RCJ began in April 2009, 15 years ago. They were sent to Shikoku Island through Mission Japan. Their role was to support and equip 19 small congregations and to follow up on the pioneering work of Rev. Tobie and Annalie de Wet, whose work in Japan started 50 years ago (1974).

Ways to get involved
支援方法

Ongoing Prayers

Our missionaries rely on ongoing prayer support through the power of prayer. Download our prayer bookmark as a guideline for daily prayers. Available in English or Afrikaans.

Be Coworkers

To be coworkers in various ways – individuals, small groups, or congregations.

Share the Mission

By sharing the work of Mission Japan with others and encouraging them to become coworkers.

Support

Mission Japan would gladly receive contact details from new supporters.

Financial Needs
財務的な必要

Support

Finances are needed to carry out the work effectively.

Costly

Japan is an expensive country with high living costs.

Challenged

The local church is small and financially challenged.

Consistent

Mission Japan relies on the regular and sustained financial support of congregations and individuals.

Contributions

Monthly contributions are the most effective way to assist us in our budgeting efforts.

Prayer Bookmark

Our prayer bookmark is a guideline for daily prayers.

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Interesting facts about Japan
面白い事実

Japan consists out of over

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Mount Fuji is country’s tallest peak

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Known for its speedy bullet trains

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