The First Mission: Japan

A Missionary's Journey to Japan (1972)

Background

Jacoba, then still Viljoen, a dedicated missionary, embarked on her journey to Japan in 1972. Her commitment to sharing the Christian faith and her desire to connect with the local community led her to learn the Japanese language, an essential step in her mission.

Learning Japanese

The process of learning Japanese was both challenging and rewarding for Jacoba. She immersed herself in the language through various methods, including:

• Formal language classes