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About BCI

Founded in 1963, BCI promotes international friendship through bonsai.

Explore Bonsai Clubs International

Founded in 1963, Bonsai Clubs International connects people through bonsai and viewing stone appreciation. Use this section to find BCI governance information, current leadership, awards, and ways to participate. Details that require formal confirmation are published by the responsible BCI team.

Our purpose

BCI’s Bylaws set out educational goals for bonsai and related arts: advancing education, sharing knowledge through publications, encouraging individual members and clubs around the world, and providing forums through meetings, exhibits, conventions, and publications.

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Governance and organization

Find current information about BCI leadership, governance, awards, and bylaws.

Take part

Explore membership, the magazine, the Event Calendar, and the BCI Knowledge Base.

Bonsai Clubs International — Important Notice

BCI 2026 Convention — Cancelled & Postponed

Status: Cancelled & postponed — until further notice

Bonsai Clubs International has been formally notified by the host, the Malaysian Penjing Art Creation Society (MPACS), that the BCI 2026 International Convention in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — originally scheduled for 19–23 June 2026 — has been cancelled and postponed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances, including the ongoing global fuel crisis and the withdrawal of anticipated funding and financial support.

This is a postponement, not a retreat from our shared commitment. Revised dates and arrangements will be announced through official BCI channels once conditions allow and preparations are confirmed. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support.

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