elcome to Soka Gakkai Controversies Explored. This website explains some of the factors behind Soka Gakkai's controversial reputation in Japan and its occasional negative media coverage.

After World War II, Soka Gakkai's rapid growth as a movement promoting self-empowerment among the poorer sectors of Japanese society caused alarm in circles of power and in more traditional schools of Buddhism. Today controversies arise mainly in connection with Soka Gakkai's endorsement of New Komeito, Japan's third largest political party.

This site also details the outcomes of some specific court cases related to accusations brought against the organization and its honorary president, Daisaku Ikeda.

Allegations Disproved    Allegations of Involvement in Councilwoman's Death Ruled Groundless   Nobuhiras' Accusations of Sexual Assault--Ruled "An Abuse of the Right of Action"   Soka Gakkai Member Clears Name in Tabloid Murder Accusation   Nichiren Shoshu High Priest Loses Legal Battle Against Soka Gakkai   Tabloid Journalist Okkotsu Found Liable for Defaming Soka Gakkai