Japan
History of the Assemblies of God in Japan The Assemblies of God in Japan was established due to the work of several faithful missionary families. In 1913, one such family arrived in Japan and opened a gospel hall in Tokyo. Shortly afterward, two other halls were opened in the vicinity. The following year, another couple arrived and ministered in Yokohama. The children worked with their parents in conducting open-air meetings every night and by interpreting the Japanese for new missionaries. When World War II broke out several missionaries remained in Japan to minister. Jessie Wengler became the Assemblies of God representative to General MacArthurŐs occupation headquarters. Through her efforts a number of missionaries were permitted to enter Japan. In 1949 the Japan Assemblies of God was founded as a national organization. Map of Japan |
