Unique But Not Different

"""This book helps the reader learn how the active members in Japan have found The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and how they have been able to enjoy the fruits of the gospel of Jesus Christ despite various challenges and obstacles in the country where just 1.5% of the population are Christians. The authors conducted an extensive survey among many members, which is an unprecedented endeavor. I highly recommend it."" -Takuji Nagano, president of the Japan Tokyo South Mission (2015-18) ""Unique But Not Different is a must read for all members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who love the Japanese people, have served a mission in Japan, spent time in Japan, or just want to understand the Japanese people and culture better. Based on responses and input from approximately 500 Church members in Japan, the authors have done a great job of letting the data speak for themselves. Through reading this book, you will understand better the demographics and profiles of Church members in Japan, trends in religious conversion, religious beliefs and practices of the Japanese people, and conflicts for the Japanese people while both trying to live the gospel and be successful in the Japanese culture, life, and workplaces. This book provides a thoughtful discussion of the challenges the Church and its members will face in the future. As one who has spent nearly six years in Japan as a missionary, I absolutely loved the book and, by reading it, gained a much better understanding of the reasons I had the experiences I did while serving there."" -W. Steve Albrecht, president of the Japan Tokyo Mission (2009-12) ""For an empirical insight into the influences affecting the growth of Church membership in Japan today, I highly recommend Unique But Not Different: Latter-day Saints in Japan. It is a scholarly insight for those of us who feel such love and respect for the Saints in that beloved land."" -Allen Hill, president of the Japan Tokyo Mission (2006-9)"