About Us
Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel is a Protestant evangelical Christian church. We began pioneer evangelism in Odate, Akita Prefecture in 1992, and continue to this day.
The church building was designed by architect Kazunari Kato from Akita City, with an emphasis on both solemnity and a clean, welcoming atmosphere. We serve the community through worship services, concerts, lectures, weddings, counseling, and more.
An encounter with God, the source of love and the Creator
Discovering your true worth and right values
Restoration of mind, body, and family
Personal and spiritual growth through the Bible
A life of prayer and victory on your own
Serving society as "the light of the world"
Senior Pastor, Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel
Originally from Hakodate, Hokkaido. Graduated from Hakodate La Salle and Chuo Bible School. After evangelism work in Fuchu and Tachikawa, Tokyo, he started the church in Odate, Akita in 1992.
He is actively involved in counseling, bridal services, lectures, and seminars, serving at local schools, PTAs, businesses, and community organizations.
Pastor / Children's Ministry Director, Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel
Originally from Itoman, Okinawa. Graduated from Okinawa Christian Junior College (Childcare Department) and Chuo Bible School. After missionary work in Itoman, Okinawa, she came to Odate, Akita in 1992 with her husband. Drawing on her experience as a childcare worker, she serves the community through children's ministry and counseling.
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Associate Missionaries / Kazuno Branch
David
From Suffolk, England. Hobbies include photography, hiking, and cooking.
2008: Graduated from University of East Anglia.
2014: Graduated from Redcliffe College.
2020: Came to Japan as an OMF missionary. Evangelism in Sapporo and Hanamaki.
2025: Associate missionary at Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel.
Manuela
German, born in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Hobbies include reading, knitting, and talking with people.
Attended a German school in Singapore from age 6.
2007: Graduated from Giessen University Hospital. Worked as a pediatric nurse.
2020: Came to Japan as an OMF missionary. Evangelism in Sapporo and Hanamaki.
2025: Associate missionary at Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel.
1-3-34 Shimizu, Odate, Akita
017-0043 Japan
0186-42-8363
makiba@cocoa.ocn.ne.jp
Every Sunday 10:30 - 12:00
Religious Corporation: Midori no Makiba Church Odate Chapel
