Makiki Christian Church — Attraction in Honolulu

A POPULAR, WELL-KNOWN CHERISHED CHRISTIAN HYMN BEGINS "A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never.failing...." Indeed, the founders of the Makiki Christian Church took these lyrics to heart. In the end, the design of their magnificent church, although only a fraction (one third or on fourth?) of the size of the original Kochi Castle in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, Japan, is based upon that well-known castle fortress.

Our "Common Ground(s)," I believe, are discernable. Yes. Here in Hawaii, we represent very different religious beliefs. This is a very clear, undeniable fact. However, inspite of these undisputed issues, personally, I submit, that we share some spiritual matters, across our faiths, in common as well as many key humanitarian viewpoints. Dad and Mom recognized them and fully embraced this rich diversity. I will carefully endeavor to illustrate and highlight our many common perspectives, not dwell on our differences.

And, you may ask, "What is an unmistakable Japanese castle doing standing in the middle of the Makiki community in Honolulu, Hawaii?" You will be amazed to discover, that the answer is very simple. The church founders, who came from Kochi, Japan, built the church structure and sanctuary, based upon popular church hymn entitled "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God." And, this church design is an exact, although somewhat smaller, replica of the Kochi castle, in Kochi City, on the island of Shikoku, one of the four prominent islands, which make up Japan.

Allow me then, to tackle these rich, amazing local historical and cultural realities as well as...

easygoing friendly people who have a common beliefs in the bible. they are very transparent and upfront about everything we would recommend coming back here to visit. we appreciate it very much!

We attended another church called the honolulu church of christ on keeaumoku street that ended up abusing our trust by behaving in a dishonest manner...

As a guest attendee at a local member’s memorial service, the church’s Pastor Wayne and his crew were excellent. Church members were also warm and inviting. The ornate Japanese castle based building design was a thrill to tour. Definitely worth doing when you catch the regular...