apostolic visit

Pope Francis has arrived in Rome at the conclusion of his 32nd Apostolic Journey abroad that took him to Thailand and Japan. During the flight from Tokyo to Rome, he sent messages to the Heads of those States flown over along the route, praying for the peace and prosperity of their respective nations.

Pope Francis responded to many questions posed to him by the journalists during the flight bringing them back to Rome from Japan.

Pope Francis concludes his Apostolic Journey to Japan, fulfilling his dream to be a missionary to the country and spurring the Japanese Church to protect all life.

Three of the survivors gave their testimonies before the Holy Father spoke: a kindergarten teacher, a Buddhist Priest, and a young Catholic. The gathering was held at the Bellesalle Hanzomon event center in Tokyo.

Pope Francis on November 25, 2019, met with youth a t the Cathedral of Holy Mary, Tokyo. The following are the three testimonies presented by young people before the Pope spoke.

Pope Francis addresses members of civil society and the diplomatic corps, in Japan, and urges them to cherish their precious cultural heritage, maintaining solidarity with all members of our human family.