Hello! My name is Zach Kok, and I'm a full-time staff member at YWAM (Youth with a Mission) Tokyo!

Growing up, I always had a love for Jesus, people, and Japanese pop culture (anime, manga, etc.). My interest in the Japanese culture along with a clear calling from God while serving at a Christian camp, I decided to take a gap year after high school in 2015. On somewhat of a whim, I decided to participate in DTS (Discipleship Training School) at YWAM Tokyo. God used this time to develop in me a deeper love and admiration for Japan as a whole. I knew then that this heart for Japan was a sign that God wanted me there for long term missions. While attending the University of Wisconsin, Madison, I returned to Tokyo to study abroad my junior year. My love and commitment for the Japanese community at large grew even more. In 2020, I graduated with a double major in Japanese language and Asian Languages and Culture.

My organization, YWAM Tokyo, fully embodies the mission of "knowing God and making Him known" in the context of Japanese culture.

For the past few years, I have heavily focused on relational ministry, and formed many deep and meaningful connections with people both in Japan, and others from around the world! From the arcades to the Buddhist temples, God has brought me to all sorts of places to form meaningful bonds with those who need to hear His word. I am currently leading both a prayer time and Bible reading time with multiple individuals! I truly believe that the way God will redeem this nation is through genuine and intentional connections with believers. The people of Japan yearns to be seen and loved, and what greater way to do so than by sharing and proclaiming the love of Christ!

I am continually building a strong support group of monthly donors and prayer warriors! In whatever way you decide to contribute, I value your partnership in my ministry. May you prayerfully consider donating so that more Japanese people may come to understand their worth as children of God!

Thank you, and God bless!

Zach