Kanehira Mitani

I started attending TUC in 2007, along with my sister Rio Mitani and brother Christian Martinu as they have been searching for a vibrant, English-speaking congregation. I have served at the AV Team, and since 2015 have been running a grass-roots ministry of providing live Japanese text translations of the pastor’s sermons through a LINE group for anyone who requires help with English.

One turning point for my involvement with TUC has been the talk event with director Martin Scorsese for TUC’s 150th Anniversary event in April 2023. I was a regular church-goer but less involved in ministry activities. Organizing this event has opened me up to the possibility of serving more at the church, and allowed me to engage more with the congregation at large.

I have recently gotten married at TUC in October 2024, and am expecting my first son due February 2025. Outside of church I enjoy videography, watching movies, squash, reading, and taking long walks.