Nikkyō Niwano (庭野日敬, Niwano Nikkyō?, 1906–1999) was one of the founders and first president of the Buddhist organization, Risshō Kōsei Kai.
| Nikkyō Niwano | |
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Statue of Founder Niwano |
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| Born | (1906-11-15)November 15, 1906 Niigata Prefecture, Japan |
| Died | October 4, 1999(1999-10-04) (aged 92) |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Occupation | President of Risshō Kōsei Kai |
| Known for | Religious work, Founder of Risshō Kōsei Kai |
| Title | Great Teacher of the One Vehicle |
| Term | March 5, 1939-November 15, 1991 |
| Predecessor | None, Office Created |
| Successor | Rev. Nichiko Niwano |
| Religion | Buddhist |
| Spouse(s) | Sai Niwano |
Read more about Nikkyō Niwano: Early Life, Risshō Kōsei Kai, Awards, Death and Legacy
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