Daily practice often kicks off with Gongyō gatherings—short, spirited sessions of chanting and recitation held every morning and evening. Those come rain or shine, either in small neighborhood groups or over Zoom, making it easy for anyone to jump in. It’s like touching base with an old friend: familiar, grounding, and oddly energizing.

Study meetings follow. Here, participants peel back layers of Nichiren Daishōnin’s writings or dive into the latest SGI publications. Conversations weave personal experiences with Buddhist theory, sparking fresh insights. Sometimes those gatherings spill into spirited Q&A sessions or casual tea breaks where life lessons get tossed around like shared anecdotes.

Monthly discussion forums bring larger crowds into community halls. Occasionally, local youth divisions host their own meet-ups—workshops on leadership, creative expression, or social-action planning. Last spring’s online youth festival drew hundreds to share films, poetry and dance inspired by themes of resilience and hope—right in step with today’s global events.

Cultural activities add a splash of color. Regional art exhibits, music recitals and documentary screenings unfold throughout the year, often highlighting themes from the annual Peace Proposal. The 2025 Peace Proposal on nuclear disarmament and gender equality even inspired a digital photo contest, giving everyday snapshots a platform for global dialogue.

Community service is woven into the fabric of daily life. Members organize neighborhood cleanups, blood drives and support networks for newcomers. In the wake of last year’s floods, teams mobilized swiftly to deliver supplies, proving that spiritual practice and hands-on compassion go hand in glove.

Annual highlight events—like the SGI World Peace Day Observance or the Culture Festival in Tokyo—draw thousands. Panels, performances and keynote talks create a festival atmosphere, uniting people across continents. Whether sharing a chant under cherry blossoms or collaborating on a seawall cleanup, these gatherings foster a sense of shared purpose.

All told, these meetings and activities aren’t just calendar items. They’re living, breathing expressions of personal transformation, community solidarity and a collective dream for lasting peace.