Based on his first trip through Japan in late 2025 from Greater Tokyo to Sapporo, meeting OMF workers who partner with the Japanese church, Chris Watts hosts "Uncovering Japan".

He highlights the surprising need for cross-cultural Christian workers in a highly developed country of about 126 million, where only around 0.5% identify as Christian, and numbers may be shrinking. Conversations in Tokyo, Sendai, and beyond explore Japan's beauty, seasonal celebrations, safety, convenience, and reliability, as well as what drew OMF workers to come here: awareness of Japan's low gospel exposure, perceived loneliness and hopelessness, and places with no church.

Meg, Roz, AJ, and John describe their callings and challenges, including difficulty connecting with people and hidden issues in Japan, and the importance of prayer and partnership.

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00:00 Welcome to Uncovering Japan

01:40 Why Japan Needs Missionaries

03:03 Meg in Tokyo

05:07 What They Love About Japan

07:51 Why They Came to Japan

10:16 Stories From Roz and AJ

12:04 John's Call to Serve

13:52 Beneath Japan's Picture Postcard Image

17:24 Gospel Barriers and Apathy

19:22 Next Episode and Resources

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City. Join Chris as his adventure in Vietnam continues. Today, we'll learn about Vietnamese coffee, piles of cruchy cashew nuts and how to cross a road filled with millions of motorbikes!

Welcome to Hanoi, where our adventure in Vietnam continues. Join Chris as he explores the history of Vietnam's capital city, sees wonderful water puppets, and tastes delicious Banh Mi. Chris even has a quick language lesson with 9-year-old Sophia.

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