We have been deeply impacted by COVID. Please DONATE NOW
A COVID19 Update from our Director; Steve Frentz

As you can imagine, the Torchbearers Yamanakako ministry has been deeply impacted by the Coronavirus Pandemic. We also had to officially cancel our Spring Bible School for the third year in a row. We had a lot planned for those programs. Spring Bible School is a fun and rewarding time where we get to dive deep into God’s Word, together with likeminded souls, in our beautiful location here at the base of Mt. Fuji. We are always in awe of the way that lives are changed as a result of Christ’s indwelling work amongst our staff and students over the years. We are, Lord willing, already gearing up for a great Spring School next year and you can Apply for 2023 Spring Bible School today!
As restrictions ease in Japan and people are permitted to move around more freely, we look forward to welcoming guests to the Centre once again. As always it is our utmost priority to create a safe, comfortable environment. In order to ensure the safety of our guests during the summer months, we have created special customer care policies. Please see the attached documents explaining these enhanced service procedures and guidelines.
We also understand that some groups may need to cancel their summer bookings due to the coronavirus situation. Because of that we have also created a special Coronavirus Cancelation policy. If you need to cancel your upcoming booking, and would like to rebook for another date in the future, please feel free to contact our office.
In order to reduced contamination, we are happy to announce that we will be offering Deluxe Obento Meals. These beautiful, tasty packed meals are prepared in a restaurant kitchen by professional chefs. Obento-style dining will allow you the option of flexible seating for meals (so that you can spread out more or even eat outdoors if you wish) and will greatly minimize the handling of dining ware.
We deeply appreciate your support during this difficult time. Please consider donating to the Centre financially in order to ease the burden brought on by the COVID19 crisis:
Giving from within Japan:
Postal Transfer: Torchbearers Yamanakako
Account code: 00290-0 Account number: 85565
Send to: Torchbearers Yamanakako
506-296 Hirano, Yamanakako, Yamanashi, 401-0502, Japan
Note: The Furikae form must be completed in Japanese. Please put a note with your name in the comment field and specify that your payment is a donation. Thank you.
Giving from Abroad:
There are several giving options depending on your nationality and whether or not you desire a ts
- Directly from the Torchbearers International Website (tax receipt available for Americans)
- On the Great Commission Foundation Website (tax receipt available for Canadians)
- Contact our office for direct giving methods. Although we can not provide you with a tax receipt, giving directly to the Centre means that 100% of your gift can be used to provide relief during this difficult time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Yours in Christ,
Steve Frentz
Files:
Coronavirus Cancelation policy
Coronavirus Customer Care Procedures and Requests
As restrictions ease in Japan and people are permitted to move around more freely, we look forward to welcoming guests to the Centre once again. As always it is our utmost priority to create a safe, comfortable environment. In order to ensure the safety of our guests during the summer months, we have created special customer care policies. Please see the attached documents explaining these enhanced service procedures and guidelines.
We also understand that some groups may need to cancel their summer bookings due to the coronavirus situation. Because of that we have also created a special Coronavirus Cancelation policy. If you need to cancel your upcoming booking, and would like to rebook for another date in the future, please feel free to contact our office.
In order to reduced contamination, we are happy to announce that we will be offering Deluxe Obento Meals. These beautiful, tasty packed meals are prepared in a restaurant kitchen by professional chefs. Obento-style dining will allow you the option of flexible seating for meals (so that you can spread out more or even eat outdoors if you wish) and will greatly minimize the handling of dining ware.
We deeply appreciate your support during this difficult time. Please consider donating to the Centre financially in order to ease the burden brought on by the COVID19 crisis:
Giving from within Japan:
Postal Transfer: Torchbearers Yamanakako
Account code: 00290-0 Account number: 85565
Send to: Torchbearers Yamanakako
506-296 Hirano, Yamanakako, Yamanashi, 401-0502, Japan
Note: The Furikae form must be completed in Japanese. Please put a note with your name in the comment field and specify that your payment is a donation. Thank you.
Giving from Abroad:
There are several giving options depending on your nationality and whether or not you desire a ts
- Directly from the Torchbearers International Website (tax receipt available for Americans)
- On the Great Commission Foundation Website (tax receipt available for Canadians)
- Contact our office for direct giving methods. Although we can not provide you with a tax receipt, giving directly to the Centre means that 100% of your gift can be used to provide relief during this difficult time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Yours in Christ,
Steve Frentz
Files:
Coronavirus Cancelation policy
Coronavirus Customer Care Procedures and Requests