The Nichiren sect is a branch of Japanese Buddhism founded by the monk Nichiren in the 13th century. It emphasizes the chanting of the phrase "Nam-myoho-renge-kyo" as a means to attain enlightenment and connect with the Lotus Sutra, which is considered the ultimate teaching of the Buddha. Nichiren Buddhism teaches that all people have the potential for Buddhahood and that faith, practice, and study are essential for personal transformation. The sect has various organizations, including the Soka Gakkai, which promotes peace, culture, and education based on Nichiren's teachings.