About Nichirō
Lived 1245 – 1320 (aged 74). Nichirō was a buddhist monk.
Nichirō (日朗, 1245–1320) was a Buddhist disciple of Nichiren, the nephew of Nisshō.
Nichirō wants to follow Nichiren when Nichiren is exiled in 1261; but Nichirō is forbidden to do so — Postcard artwork, circa 1920s. Nichirō agreed with Nisshō's defense of Nichiren as a Tendai reformer. He founded a practice hall that became part of Ikegami Honmon-ji, the site of Nichiren's death. His school is now part of Nichiren-shū.
Nichirō designated nine senior disciples. Among them were Nichizō and Nichiin.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Nichirō?
Japanese Buddhist monk
When was Nichirō born?
Nichirō was born on 5 May 1245.
When did Nichirō die?
Nichirō died on 1 March 1320.
What was Nichirō's occupation?
Nichirō was a buddhist monk.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nichirō. https://biography.guide/nichiro/
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