Best James Miyashita Podcasts (2024)

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Learning Japanese - a Q&A with Rosie about her missionary journey learning Japanese 49:53

2M ago49:53

49:53

While James grew up in Japan and already spoke Japanese, Rosie was born and raised in GA. To be able to live and work as a missionary, Rosie attended a language school to learn how to read, write, and speak Japanese. In this episode, we talk through what it was like for someone to go from zero Japanese to comfortably functioning in Japan using Japa…

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Catching up. 8:26

7M ago8:26

8:26

In this podcast episode, we discuss our missionary work, sharing updates after a nine-month hiatus. We've experienced significant events like relocating church buildings and hosting three interns. Our main goal is to start 16 churches by 2030, and we seek prayer and support for this initiative. We're also working on establishing a steady rhythm in …

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Cake (Extended episode with Rosie) 15:54

1+ y ago15:54

15:54

Rosie and I sat down to talk a little about what's been going on in life and ministry in this extended episode. Tea, cake, and an old acquaintance are all coming together this holiday season.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Ideas 💡 11:45

1+ y ago11:45

11:45

How is it already almost December? We would like to wish you a (somewhat late) Happy Thanksgiving and share with you some exciting steps ahead. There is also a unique ministry opportunity for next summer that we need you to be praying for in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Location Location 7:35

1+ y ago7:35

7:35

We have not only been thinking about moving the location of our first (and second!) church locations, but also been praising God for a crazy turnout this past Sunday. Get the details in this week's episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Reconnecting 7:12

1+ y ago7:12

7:12

It's been a while since we've done a podcast update. From first-time visitors to potential locations, things are hopping (even if they're only hopping on one leg) You'll get that last part once you listen in :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Heavy 9:44

2y ago9:44

9:44

It's been a crazy week here in Japan. Spiritually speaking we have seen a major victory. Spiritually speaking, we are also facing opposition. Learn more about how our friend got saved as well as some of the current weight by listening to this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Positive 7:42

2y ago7:42

7:42

Our entire family got COVID but we have managed to push through. Tune in to hear about our friend we need you to pray for as well as a potential new location.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Golden 8:57

2y ago8:57

8:57

Schools have started back and numbers are everything. In this episode you can learn about how we're currently handling our parking situation as well as new ways we're meeting people.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Branching out 6:55

2y ago6:55

6:55

Things are definitely far from how we had planned them to go but we are excited to start a second location soon. Here are some of those details and how you can be praying for us.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Ezra 9:25

2y ago9:25

9:25

Wow. A lot has happened in the last month (woops, we havent uploaded in a month!) Here's the latest with what has been happening including the on-the-ground happenings. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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85,000 6:55

2+ y ago6:55

6:55

We've launched! Here's a little more detail about what the first three services at our new church plant were like as well as some upcoming things you can be praying for.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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The first time 4:42

2+ y ago4:42

4:42

We just hit the three week mark on our short term English class. In this episode, you can hear about how that has tied in with our Bible study on Sundays as we prepare for the upcoming launch on December 12th.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Move it, move it (EXTENDED EPISODE feat. Rosie) 12:29

2+ y ago12:29

12:29

We sat down together to fill in a some of the details of what life and ministry have looked like. You'll hear about things like our recent move (and the paperwork fiasco) as well as progress on the church.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Signed and stamped 6:54

2+ y ago6:54

6:54

We've got a building! In less than a month, we went from finishing up our quarantine to signing the contract for a place to rent for the church. Get the details in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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With-Corona 5:10

2+ y ago5:10

5:10

We are actively on the hunt for a church building. In this episode, you will learn about the progress we've made as well as the current coronavirus situation in Japan and how it will likely impact our upcoming church plant.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Reconnaissance 4:02

2+ y ago4:02

4:02

We are out and on the hunt. In this episode, you can learn more about our progress with the church building search in addition to powerful connection the Lord has provided.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Imprisoned (sort of) 5:22

2+ y ago5:22

5:22

We are part of the way through our 14-day quarantine here in Japan. Learn more about what quarantine life is like in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Angels 6:24

2+ y ago6:24

6:24

We are back in Japan! Hear about how God sent people we didn't even know to help us at the airport as well as our t mile walk. Details are in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Boxing and bagging 4:43

2+ y ago4:43

4:43

We are now four days away from our schedule departure on August 31st. Here is what the upcoming days and weeks will look like for us.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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T-minus Eleven 6:36

2+ y ago6:36

6:36

We are eleven days from our return to Japan. Here is a quick run down of what will be happening as well as some answers to questions we have been asked about our return. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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The close and cheap mission trip 4:21

3y ago4:21

4:21

in this episode we cover an event that our mission board recently did called the world's cheapest mission trip as we have been gearing up to return to Japan. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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V-B-S 4:16

3y ago4:16

4:16

Our home church is having vacation Bible school this week and it’s been a blast. In this episode you can also hear about the upcoming state of emergency Japan is about to go into and out travel plans for going back to Japan. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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102 5:52

3y ago5:52

5:52

It’s been a crazy couple of weeks as we crank back up our podcast. From the Our Generation Camp to the latest meetings, here’s what we have been up to.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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From the city - recorded live in NYC [guest appearance - Jon Canavan] 6:43

3y ago6:43

6:43

After spending several days in New York City we recorded this episode before departing. It is an update on what has been going on up in New York, as well as reasons for being in New York. You will also get to hear from church planter Jon Canavan and his vision for the city.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachin…

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Nocturnal 4:55

3y ago4:55

4:55

We tried a new way of traveling on our trip to Ohio this past weekend. Whith two little ones, traveling is a different ballgame. Listen for details about the trip as well as a one-day side effect.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Camp Prep 5:17

3y ago5:17

5:17

Preparations are underway for this year’s Our Generation Missions Camp. Get more details as well as an update on our recent travels in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Going digital 6:54

3y ago6:54

6:54

In this episode we will be giving a brief update on the situation in Japan and how it will affect our re-entry later this year. We will also share a couple of prayer request for upcoming events as well as a Facebook group you can join to stay in touch.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Across the Appalachians 8:36

3y ago8:36

8:36

From meetings in North Carolina and Tennessee to a new Facebook group, here is the latest scoop. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Unstuck 6:46

3y ago6:46

6:46

Our weekend trip to be with churches this past weekend was far from what we typically do but God was in it all. In this episode we cover details about how our car was taken care of almost miraculously, as well as a neat opportunity to serve a church in North Carolina. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapa…

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Poster giveaway 6:27

3y ago6:27

6:27

We’ve been studying the area we’re looking to plant a church as well as updating our partnering churches. In this episode you will also find a way to get a free poster from us in the mail. Thank you for listening!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Year 4 5:59

3y ago5:59

5:59

As we are praying and preparing to go back to Japan, we hit the 4-year mark in our marriage. GIF has truly been good to us. Here is an inside look as what we’ve been up to. There is a prayer request at the end as well. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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From unexpected places 7:38

3y ago7:38

7:38

You prayed and God is preparing. In this episode we talk about what God is doing to raise up laborers for Japan. There are also some neat projects underway that may or may not involve virtual reality and Easter. Get the full details in this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Puke and purchases 6:47

3y ago6:47

6:47

We’re definitely trying to get used to this furlough thing. Here’s what our first week back in the country has looked like as well as our plans for the next five months. We also will be sharing one brief prayer request at the end of the episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Returning to the U.S.A. 4:27

3y ago4:27

4:27

We just got back to the states and are working on getting off the ground. In this episode we cover what our transition looks like.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Saying goodbyes 7:52

3y ago7:52

7:52

We are wrapping up two years in Japan. Where does the time go? This last week is not a usual week for us that is packed with excitement and people. Tune in to find out what we are up to.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Stay Home Crusade 4:20

3y ago4:20

4:20

We just finished the first night of stay home church, and are about to head into the second and third nights. Furlough is coming up Rosie is about to graduate. There’s a lot going on. Here are some details.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Seizure 5:48

3y ago5:48

5:48

In this episode we cover details about our younger sons seizure that happened this past week. We will also be talking about the survey trip happening right now in Nagoya as well as some exciting projects in the works.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message…

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Opinion Paper, Tissue Paper 5:28

3y ago5:28

5:28

Rosies is wrapping up language school and she just finished her finals. This episode covers those details as well as a new way we are advertising things for the church. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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The valley of the Faith 6:50

3y ago6:50

6:50

It’s been a busy few days scoping out Nagoya. In this episode you can hear about some of the details inside the trip as well as an opportunity we are creating to visit Japan remotely--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reachingjapan/message

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Corona crusade 6:15

3+ y ago6:15

6:15

In this episode I would like to share with you the details about our upcoming online crusade. We will be talking about the current situation in Japan with the coronavirus that has led up to this online crusade as well as a little bit about the inner workings of how we will make it happen.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…