The 44th Nihon Bonsai Taikanten
Calligraphy by Hakuju Kuiseko
The 44th Nihon Bonsai Taikanten
2024.11.22(Fri)11.25(Mon)
9:00-16:30*until 16:00 on the final day, the 25th
Kyoto International Exhibition Hall "Miyako Messe"
The World of Bonsai where Nature and Art intertwine
Welcome to Japan's Largest Bonsai Exhibition

Bonsai is a traditional Japanese art that expresses the inherent beauty of plants in a small pot.Its unique charm, which combines natural beauty with artificial beauty, has attracted attention around the world.

This exhibition will bring together bonsai, pine and cypress, azalea, small bonsai, and original bonsai, as well as fine wood, suiseki, and masterpieces, all of which have been publicly solicited and carefully selected from across the country.

This is the largest bonsai exhibition in Japan indoors in terms of both display style and scale,so please enjoy the traditional beauty and charm of Japan, which is widely known around the world as "BONSAI".

Concurrent Events
  • Solo Exhibition per categories

    Friday, November 22nd - Monday, November 25th, 9:00-16:30

    Special Exhibition with meaningful themes and elaborate ideas

  • Wholesale Event

    Friday, November 22nd - Monday, November 25th, 9:00-16:30
    * On the final day, the event will conclude at 3:00 PM.

    A fulfilling bonsai market where quality dealers from all over the country gather

  • Auction

    Saturday, November 23rd, 16:00-

    The auction will begin on November 23rd, 16:00

Demonstration

We will be hosting a Bonsai artist demonstration where you can witness up close the techniques that bring out the utmost beauty of Bonsai. This event is designed for everyone, from beginners to enthusiasts, to enjoy. We warmly invite you to stop by.

  • Masahiko Kimura
    11/22(Fri)

  • Shinji Suzuki
    11/23(Sat)

  • Yuki Kobayashi
    11/24(Sun)

  • Yusei Sasaki
    11/24(Sun)

  • Seok-ki Li
    11/24(Sun)

Bonsai Cafe

A cafe space where you can enjoy original Japanese sweets inspired by Bonsai. Relax and immerse yourself in the ambiance of Japanese tradition while savoring matcha.

* Please note that on Friday November 22nd, Saturday November 23rd, and Sunday November 24th, between 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM, the cafe will be available exclusively to ticket holder for the "Bonsai Demonstration Viewing + Bonsai Café" experience.

Premium sale

Showcasing and selling works by globally acclaimed artists. These pieces, when displayed alongside Bonsai, create a harmonious atmosphere that enhances the beauty of the entire space. We are pleased to invite you for the experience of these exceptional items that add a special touch to any setting.

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Guided Tour

  • Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition Guided Tour

    On Saturday November 23rd, and Sunday November 24th, from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM

    Guided tour will be conducted by bonsai expert Hitomi Kawasaki. The tour will cover explanations of various Bonsai styles, including Shohaku, Satsuki, creative Bonsai, and miniature Bonsai, as well as Suiseki (viewing stones).

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  • Daitokuji Hoshun-in Bonsai Garden Bus Tour

    On Friday, November 22nd, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

    After the guided tour of the 「Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition」 you will be taken by a private bus to the Daitokuji Hoshun'in Bonsai Garden. Bonsai expert Hitomi Kawasaki will provide an beginner class explanation, allowing even beginners to enjoy and appreciate the profound art of Bonsai.

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Time Schedule

11/22 (Fri)
11/23 (Sat)
11/24 (Sun)
11/25 (Mon)

Tickets

  • Admission Ticket (free for elementary school students and younger)
    Group discounts1,300 yen per person (20 or more people)
    *only available for purchase on the day
    1,500yen (tax included)
    Purchase
  • Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition GuidedTour
    ＋
    Admission Ticket
    2,000yen (tax included)
    Purchase
  • Daitokuji Hoshun-in Bonsai Garden Bus Tour
    ＋
    Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition GuidedTour
    ＋
    Admission Ticket
    6,000yen (tax included)
    Purchase
  • Option
    Demonstration Viewing
    ＋
    Bonsai Café
    3,000yen (Entry fee not included / tax included)
    Purchase

Event Overview

Event Name
44th Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition - BONSAI JAPAN -
Dates
Friday, November 22nd and Monday, November 25th, 2024 / 9:00-16:30 (until 16:00 on the 25th)
Admission Fee (tax included)
・Admission Ticket: 1500 yen
・Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition Guided Tour + Admission Ticket: 2000 yen
・Daitokuji Hoshun-in Bonsai Garden Bus Tour + Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition Guided Tour + Admission Ticket: 6000 yen
・【Option】Demonstration Viewing + Bonsai Café：3,000 yen
*free for elementary school students and younger
*group discounts available
Venue
Kyoto International Exhibition Hall "Miyako Messe", 9-1 Okazaki Seishoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8343
Organizer
Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition Organizing Committee、Kyoto City、The Kyoto Shimbun、KBS Kyoto、Nippon Bonsai Growers Cooperative
Special Sponsor
Kyoto International Cultural Foundation、Keiun-an、TANAX Inc.
Sponsored by *expectation
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Agency for Cultural Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kyoto Prefecture, Shiga Prefecture, Japan Bonsai Association, Japan Satsuki Association,All Japan Shohin Bonsai Association, Japan Suiseki Association, Japan Satsuki Cooperative, Japan Shohin Bonsai Cooperative,Japan Suiseki Association, Kyoto Tourism Federation, Kyoto City Tourism Association, NHK Kyoto Broadcasting Station
Sponsorship
Kindai Shuppan Co., Ltd.、S-Press Media Publishing Co., Ltd.
Inquiry
Nihon Bonsai Taikanten Exhibition Secretariat (inside The Kyoto Shimbun COM)
TEL:(+81)75-241-6171(weekdays 10:00 am - 5:00 pm)

ACCESS

Kyoto International Exhibition Hall "Miyako Messe"
9-1 Okazaki Seishoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8343
Nearest station: About 8 minutes walk from Higashiyama Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line

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