March 21, 2025, World Tribune

On Sept. 5, 1956, I was conferring with second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda about the future of kosen-rufu. The focus of our discussion was Yamaguchi Prefecture in the Chugoku region of Japan. At the time, we had only a little more than 400 households practicing Buddhism there. Yamaguchi was the starting point of events

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—What do you get when you combine the mission of Soka University of America with the spirit of the Olympics? Sokalympics—a daylong event held March 9, 2025, and organized by the university’s Student Leaders Assembly (SLA) to create opportunities for students to foster meaningful bonds within and across different classes and communities. The

Reminded of my mission, I overcome grief and loss by deciding to win for myself and others.

“One actual discussion meeting is far more effective in turning the wheels of kosen-rufu than a million fine-sounding words of theory.” —Ikeda Sensei (Jan. 17, 2025, World Tribune, p. 3) Across the globe, districts are experimenting with new approaches, drawing on the creativity and wisdom of youth to ensure discussion meetings are even fresher and

This new study series will cover Soka Spirit topics to be presented by a youth or student division member at Soka 2030 meetings on the last Sunday of each month.  What is the purpose of religion? Does it support people’s growth or attempt to control them?  At this time, when many might view the idea

How a gift of cherry trees from Japan to the U.S. became an enduring symbol of peace, friendship and cultural exchange.