Mindfulness and Connection
Everyone is welcome!
A warm Buddhist community for foreign residents.
We hold regular meetings both online and in person in Tokyo,
conducted in English.
Welcome to the International Buddhist Congregation website.
Established in 2001, the International Buddhist Congregation (IBC) of Rissho Kosei-kai aims to disseminate the teachings of the Buddha Dharma in English and various other languages, particularly to foreign residents of Japan. Our community, both online and in person, provides a welcoming space where individuals can support each other in cultivating and applying the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha in their daily lives.
Welcome to the International Buddhist Congregation website.
Established in 2001, the International Buddhist Congregation (IBC) of Rissho Kosei-kai aims to disseminate the teachings of the Buddha Dharma in English and various other languages, particularly to foreign residents of Japan. Our community, both online and in person, provides a welcoming space where individuals can support each other in cultivating and applying the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha in their daily lives.
INFORMATION
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2026.05.12 “Sunday Morning Service” on May 24. Enjoy Sutra Recitation, Meditation, Dharma talk, and Sharing feelings and thoughts -
2026.05.12 The Sangha Gathering on Sunday, June 7 at the Great Sacred Hall. Meditation, Dharma talk, Sharing feelings and thoughts -
2026.05.12 “Third Weekend of the Month Gathering” on June 21 on Zoom. Meditation, Dharma Talk, and Sharing Thoughts -
2026.05.12 The Ikebana class on June 27 – Cultivating Inner Peace and Harmony. Registration is required. -
2026.05.12 “Buddha’s Bookshelf” book club on July 11:”Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha” by Tara Brach
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
We learn and savor the Dharma and enjoy good friendship through various activities. Please join us. Everyone is welcome!
For more details, please click here.
Dharma Message
Rev. Nichiko Niwano, president of Rissho Kosei-kai, shares how to see things clearly through the Buddha’s wisdom and compassion.
Living the Lotus
Living the Lotus is a newsletter that aims to help people around the world apply Buddhism in their daily lives, published in 18 languages.
Supported Languages:English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Khmer, Thai, Sinhalese, Nepalese, Hindi, Bengalese, Mongolian, Italian, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Macedonian
Dharma World
Dharma World is a magazine that presents Buddhism as a practical living religion and promotes interreligious dialogue.
