Which country did Francis Xavier lead the first Christian mission to?
Japan
China
India
Philippines
Answer
Japan was the destination of Francis Xavier's pioneering Christian mission. As a Jesuit priest, Xavier embarked on a global evangelization journey in the 16th century. His arrival in Japan in 1549 marked the inception of Christianity in the country, where he spent several years proselytizing and establishing churches. Xavier's mission played a pivotal role in introducing Christianity to Japan and initiating the spread of the faith throughout the nation.
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