ANNOUNCING CHRISTIANITY in JAPAN TOUR with Matt Slick of CARM.ORG
REGISTER HERE: http://www.osakaworldc.com/contact-us.html
Matt Slick of Christian Apologetics Research Ministry has partnered with Osaka World Communication to tour Japan this November in 2023. This will be an 8 `day exciting “all inclusive tour” of Japan.* (subject to a few limitations, see details below). Accommodations, ground transportation, meals, conference admission, as well as tickets to landmark attractions and sites will be part of the Japan Tour. In addition to messages, and apologetic studies led by author and respected apologist, Rev. Matt Slick (MDiv, Westminster Seminary), our tour will take us across historic and cultural Japan. We will learn about the overall challenges and survival of Christians and the Christian Faith in Japan from early to modern times. We will also be focused on how a biblical worldview of our faith and apologetics can help us better understand and encourage our brothers and sisters and one another in Christ in Japan.
Eight – DAY ITINERARY (November 8-15, 2023)
OSAKA arrival- WELCOME TO JAPAN- KANSAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT arrival. “KIX”- Airport code
DAY 1 Airport pickup-until 3 pm, Wed. November 8
Hotel heck in, Nara, Evening Tour of Osaka, Japan. Big City-
Afternoon orientation, Check in to the hotel by 4 pm
5 pm Meet and greet Reception and Dinner. NARA Visitor Center and Hotel orientation. Depending on exchange rates, it may be possible to upgrade to luxury suites. There is a choice between traditional futons or Western Beds. The Nara Inn
Day 2 Thursday, November 9, Presentation – Rev. Matt Slick Presentation/Sermon- Evangelism Outreach
Afternoon in the Osaka Castle Park and Tour of the Castle Museum
Guided Japanese History guided tour led by OWC Host Stacey Silva, MA Ed., Stanford
Option 1
UMEDA SKY TOWER/ The Famous Hankyu Department Store visit. Dinner with City Lights View
Option 2
Visit the Kitchen of Japan; Namba River City Walk, Town; READ ABOUT THE HUGE VARIETY OF FOOD HERE IN OSAKA
Day 3 Friday, Visit Buddhism Site and Deer Park
Visit the Most Famous Sights of Japanese Buddhism, NARA DEER PARK and the Hall of the Great Buddha. Certified Sushi Chef Lesson.
DAY 4 Saturday, NARA CITY Traditional activities, tea ceremony, national museum visit, and an evening MUSIC CONCERT:
Shakuhachi Concert with Shawn Renzo Head, MA, Music Shakuhachi SENSEI.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ayrKn9DtKcc&t=12s
On this day, we are joined by one of our Tour guides, Shawn Renzoh Head, who holds a Bachelor’s Degree in music composition from the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music and a traditional master’s (Shihan) in Shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute).
We also plan an afternoon tea and nature trail walk to take in the vibrant fall colors on the Nara hillside.
There will be an evening concert with Shawn that will feature Japan’s traditional music and popular Christian tunes, commonly sung in churches throughout Japan. Shawn will talk about the power of music for Japanese people and how it differs from the traditional Japanese aesthetic, bringing hope, joy, and assurance in our LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ.
PRESENTATION. REV. Matt SLICK, Apologetics, and Worship
Day 5 Sunday – Kyoto
KYOTO, GION, GEISHA DISTRICT, Stroll Down Philosopher’s Path along 1,000 Year Old
Visit/MOUNTAIN WATER TEMPLE(KIYOMIZU), NIJO CASTLE
Day 6 Monday – Kyoto
Golden Temple, ARASHIYAMA MONKEY PARK, AND BAMBOO FORREST. Fall colors and Japanese countryside train ride.
Day 7 Tuesday – Visit to Kobe Harbor and Gardens
Relaxing visit to the Harbor and gardens of Kobe. We will visit historic places for international faith communities and historic churches.
Day 8 Thursday, Osaka/Kobe ~ The Great AQUARIUM
This is a world-class Aquarium and has incredible exhibits of whale sharks, and several biomes from around the world are represented.
For the carnivores; Kobe/Wagyu Beef, Teppanyaki Farewell Luncheon
For vegetarians, there is something called a cabbage pancake, OKONOMIYAKI in Japanese, that you simply must try. Evening departures to airport Airport
Day 10 Friday, Final Day in Sakai – Airport Evening departures
USEFUL TRAVEL PHRASES:
BASIC PHRASES
- Thank you. Arigatoo gozaimasu.
- Thank you very much. Doomo arigatoo gozaimasu.
- You’re welcome. Doo itashimashite.
- Please (do it for me). Onegai shimasu
- Yes. hai
- No. iie
- Excuse me (Pardon me). Sumimasen.
- I’m sorry. Gomen’nasai.
- I don’t understand. Wakarimasen.
- I don’t speak Japanese. Nihongo ga wakarimasen.
- Do you speak English? Eigo o hanashimasu ka?
- What’s your name? Onamae wa nandesu ka?
- How are you? Ogenki desu ka?
- Where is the subway? Chikatetsu wa doko desu ka?
- How much does this cost? Kore wa ikura desu ka?
- Can I get on the internet? Intaanetto o tsukattemo iidesu ka?
- Can you help me? Tetsudatte itadakemasu ka?
- Where is the bathroom? Otoire wa doko desu ka?
- TRY THIS WEBSITE to hear and read Japanese Phrases: http://www.transparent.com/learn-japanese/phrases.html
- CNN Fast Facts: http://www.cnn.com/2013/07/26/world/asia/japan-fast-facts/
- Basic Customs http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e622.html
Your Event Host: Rev. Matt Slick of CARM.ORG
Apologist Matt Slick (visit his Bio) will host teaching seminars and open forums as we come together to share perspectives on the gospel and seek to edify and encourage one another and learn how to build bridges across international boundaries.
THE CURRENT TOUR PRICE IS $3425. BOOK TODAY!
REGISTER TODAY AND MENTION “CARM” for your free gift package valued at over $100 upon your arrival to JAPAN.
REGISTER HERE: http://www.osakaworldc.com/contact-us.html
Your Tour Operator, Historian & Guide Stacy Silva
Professionally licensed educator and business owner for nearly 30 years.
University and secondary history teacher and international business instructor.
Christian since 1988.
+81 JAPAN COUNTRY CODE: 80 2432-0520
Local Guide and Professional Musician
Shawn Head, Shakuhachi Master,
Shawnheadmusic.com
Cleveland Institute of Music, BA
