People
Unreached people group
Southern Amami-Oshima
Unreached
0.5%
Evangelicals
Who they are
The Southern Amami-Oshima are an indigenous people of the Ryukyu Islands in southern Japan. With a rich island heritage, they preserve ancient traditions and a unique language that faces pressure from standard Japanese. Historically connected to coastal life and local agriculture, they maintain strong community bonds and a spirituality traditionally centered on Buddhism and ancestor reverence.
Where they live
1
Country
2K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Japan Unreached
|
100%
|
1.700 |
Religions of the unreached
Buddhism97%
Christianity3%
The Bible in this people's language
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Southern Amami-Oshima
Need not assessed
- 1 Translation started Still ahead
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Translation has not started in this language yet.
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)3%
Evangelicals0.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo envio de obreiros que anunciem o evangelho com clareza e respeito à cultura local.
Pelo acesso à Palavra de Deus em formas e mídias acessíveis a essa comunidade insular.
Por famílias abertas a conhecer a esperança viva encontrada em Jesus Cristo.
Pelo fortalecimento e encorajamento dos poucos cristãos da região.
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