See, your king comes to you,Β Β righteous and victorious,
lowly and riding on a donkeyβ¦
Zechariah 9:9
TWR conducts Donkey Tracting mission trips to Japan three to four times a year.
During these trips, we visit local churches, distribute gospel tracts, and share about our gospel-centered radio broadcasts on community FM stations.
Kumamoto Donkey Tracting
π 13 to 18 March 2027
π Kumamoto Prefecture (Kyushu Region)
Status: Applications Open
Signup Deadline: 31 December 2026
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Shikoku Donkey Tracting (Kagawa)
π 4 - 9 September 2027
π Kagawa Prefecture (Shikoku Region)
Status: Applications Open
Signup Deadline: 31 May 2027
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Kansai Donkey Tracting (Kyoto & Nara)
π 27 November - 4 December 2027
π Kyoto & Nara Prefectures (Kansai Region)
Status: Applications Open
Signup Deadline: 31 August 2027
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Distribute gospel tracts in public areas (together with local church guidance).
Visit and serve local churches through fellowship, encouragement, prayer, and ministry support.
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Language: Japanese ability is helpful but not required.
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All ages are welcome! However, please note that these trips involve a significant amount of walking due to the nature of door-to-door tract distribution. Be prepared to walk several kilometers, sometimes over hilly terrain. Please let the organizers know if you have any medical or health conditions that may affect your participation.
Cost (Ground): SGD $1,000β$1,300 (excluding airfare)
Accommodation: Local hotels
(twin sharing; single room available at additional cost)
Meals & transport: Included in the ground cost,
unless otherwise specified
Not included: Airfare, travel insurance, and personal expenses
Is airfare included in the cost?
β No, airfare is separate. Ground cost covers accommodation, meals, and transport in Japan.
Do I need to speak Japanese?
β No. The team works in English, and local partners help with translation.
What will a typical day look like?
β Visit local church, learn about their ministry, challenges faced, and prayer points.
β Tract distribution in neighborhoods around churches.
β Fellowship with Japanese churches & take part in church activities.
β On Sunday - attend worship service at a local church.
Will there be any trip preparation or briefing sessions?Β
β Yes. All participants will attend 3 pre-trip briefing(s) to prepare spiritually, culturally, and practically.
These sessions cover ministry expectations, what to pack, travel logistics.
Attendance is required so that the team is well-prepared to serve together.
What is included in the ground cost?
β Accommodation, meals, and transport within Japan. Not included: airfare, insurance, personal expenses.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
β Email Jonathan at jchen@twr.org.