Attractions
An unmissable program
The congress will feature lectures and demonstrations by prominent national and international bonsai artists. The public will also have the opportunity to admire a magnificent exhibition with over 300 trees, including native and exotic species, carefully displayed on stands that follow the tradition of major international exhibitions.
Global projection and cultural exchange
With the participation of representatives from more than 20 countries across different continents, the XV FELAB 2026 International Congress will be a landmark in cultural and artistic exchange, consolidating Brazil as a reference in the global Bonsai Art scene. The event has the support of the Japanese-Brazilian Cultural and Beneficent Association of Curitiba – NIKKEI Curitiba, highlighting its commitment to the integration of the Japanese-Brazilian community and the promotion of oriental culture and arts.
Historical commemorations
The 15th FELAB International Congress will also be the stage for important celebrations in the history between Brazil and Japan. In 2026, we will commemorate the 118th anniversary of the arrival of the Kasato Maru, the ship that brought the first Japanese immigrants to Brazil in 1908. This event will be a special preview to also celebrate 131 years of commercial relations between Brazil and Japan, reinforcing the historical and cultural ties between the two countries.
Exclusive attractions!
In addition to the bonsai exhibition, the event will feature:
- International New Talent Competition, to reveal and encourage new bonsai enthusiasts.
- International Exhibition and Competition of Suiseki, valuing the art of ornamental stones.
- National Bonsai Competition, awarding prizes to the best trees in various categories.
- Carlos Tramujas AwardAwarded to the best tree in the exhibition, it is the highest recognition in the art of bonsai.
- Large commercial area, featuring exhibitors of supplies, tools, and items related to Bonsai art and Japanese culture.