There are two church schools based in the respective cities, with a total of about 96 students shared between two teachers. Tokuyama and Hofu students come from a predominantly working population. The members are almost all elderly members in both churches, and both congregations are very small. The accommodations for missionaries is a virtually new and furnished apartment above the church in Tokuyama. Tokuyama is a cozy city, much smaller than Hiroshima, with some scenic spots which are easy to access by train or by bus.
Mountains are never out of sight.
The sea is easily reached by bike, but dominated by a chemical company. This is a country type of city with many honest and genuine people who quickly take a liking to you, especially once you are able to communicate. Many are completely ignorant of the Bible and it's teachings, and have at best only a patchy knowledge of Christianity.