Pacific Basin Research Center

The Pacific Basin Research Center was established in 1991 by SUA founder Daisaku Ikeda to advance research leading to the peaceful development of the Asia-Pacific region. We aim to serve the SUA, national, and international scholarly communities interested in the issues concerning the Pacific Basin.

About the PBRC →

What's Happening at PBRC

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Annual Report

2025-2026

Pacific Basin Research Center's year in review

A collection of books published by Soka faculty.

News

The latest updates about PBRC's work and an archive of previous newsletters.

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Events

Join the PBRC for upcoming events and explore our archive of past events including lectures, conferences, and presentations.

Programs and Resources

The Pacific Basin Research Center provides various opportunities and resources for Soka students including direct support and prizes, as well as academic support. 

Student Programs Research and Publications