AMERIE'S BOOK CLUB April 2024 | Rental Person Who Does Nothing by Shoji Morimoto

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During an age in which human connection is at most a button click away, why does it seem we’re more lonely and socially anxious than ever? In his intriguing memoir, Shoji Morimoto shares with us his journey of being a Rental Person Who Does Nothing, during which he experiences thousands of connections with strangers who desire company, accountability, a hand wave, or simply the knowledge that someone is thinking of them at an appointed time. Fascinating and poignant, Shoji’s story reveals the surprising ties between strangers, human connection, and freedom.

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ABOUT SHOJI MORIMOTO
Shoji Morimoto was born in 1983. He began working as a rental person who does nothing in 2018 and has since been hired more than 4,000 times. He's been profiled by many media outlets worldwide and has written several books including Rental Person Who Does Nothing, which inspired a Japanese TV series. Morimoto lives in Japan with his wife and son.

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This takes me back to my time in Tokyo— the concept/premise of the book feels so uniquely Japanese! Wow. Looking forward to this read. Thanks for spotlighting this as a book club read!

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I remember this guy was on news in Japan. It was eye opening how many people were kinda lonely in Tokyo.

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I have never clicked so fast on a video and yes I have been wanting to read this book for a while what a coincidence.

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Ha! I stumbled across this book in my library and it was a fascinating read. The whole question of how we value people, time, and work. It was a bit surprising what people ask Shoji to do-nothing with them, but in thinking about it I could sometimes use a do-nothing person to accompany me someplace new or maybe to a movie. Quick read, too.

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This was a fascinating critique. I watch each month and this is one of the best. A book that speaks to the social gaps that exist today. A lot of people feel lonely even with plenty of company. Or have more money to spend than meaningful relationships. Easy to see why it’s a bestseller. Thanks! 🎖️✅

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