The Bonsai Study group was started by Jyoti and Nikunj Parekh in the year 1979. The group has spread all over India through their 21 chapters. etc.
Bonsai Study Group of The Indo-Japanese Association with headquarters at Mumbai and affiliated chapters all over India, being the largest such group aims to promote Bonsai and share knowledge amongst people in South Asia. Workshops, demonstrations, audio-visual shows arranged at Pune, Kolkatta, New Delhi, Mysore, Mumbai, Bangalore, Bhilai-Durg, Goa, Kolhapur, Indore, Nagpur, Bhopal, Coimbatore, Ra
09/12/2025
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Yokoso Japan in Mumbai - Bonsai Study Group event was covered very nicely in Doordarshan Sahyadri News Channel.
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28/11/2025
Bonsai Study Group of the Indo-Japanese Association with BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation and Consulate of Japanese in Mumbai presented Yokoso Japan in Mumbai to promote Japanese culture and art.
19/09/2025
On Wednesday, 17th September 2025, BSG-IJA held a special session featuring a delightful demonstration by Ms. Poonam Saxena, who created a beautiful Saikei landscape with Casuarina. Using mature, well-trained trees arranged in a round pot with strategically placed slate rocks, she showcased how planning and artistry come together in Saikei design.
During her demonstration, Poonam shared valuable insights on the care and maintenance of Casuarina species, covering aspects such as soil requirements, watering techniques, and finer points of upkeep. With thoughtful preparation and skill, she guided members through the process of designing a harmonious and naturalistic Saikei.
Dr. Sweedle Shivkar, a noted botanist, provided additional information on the Casuarina species, enhancing the members’ understanding of its unique characteristics. It was a truly enriching and inspiring experience for all present, combining practical artistry with botanical knowledge—a session to be remembered.
Saxena Mehra Bhat Ketkar Ganjwala
08/06/2025
We are having a 2-day workshop with Subhash Uttekarji on 18th and 19th June 2025. All are invited for this creative session.
30/05/2025
Bonsai Study Group of the Indo-Japanese Association had a special meeting to discuss the techniques of double potting and ramification. Bhavna Shah with the help of an insightful powerpoint presentation explained these two techniques to our members. She shared her journey with double-potting and defoliation techniques that she had experimented with and grown to appreciate. The session was not just a knowledge sharing experience, but an open dialogue.
We also had a mini display and competition of well ramified bonsai. Senior members Jyoti Topran and Sharda Patel were awarded certificates for their old and mature bonsai.
27/12/2024
The Bonsai Study group of the Japanese Association is always committed to providing the best Bonsai learning experience to its members as well as its affiliated chapters. Towards this end, we invited internationally recognized Bonsai masters, Mr. Yayat Hidayat and Mr. Adhitya Aji Parmungkas from the Indonesian Bonsai Society, to showcase their skills and expertise in Mumbai from the 11th to 14th of November 2024.
The inaugural ceremony was held on 12th November at 10 am with the lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest, Honorable Consul General of Japan, Mr. Yagi Koji and the Cultural Consul Ms. Megumi Hamuro.
The Indonesian Bonsai masters then gave a demonstration as they worked on a big Hibiscus tiliaceus (Sea Hibiscus) and a Parmentiera cereifera (Candle tree).
A series of one-to-one workshops was also held for our members.
24/05/2024
Meet the Headliners of "National Bonsai & Suiseki Convention & Exhibition 2024" at the International Centre in Goa.
Bhavna Shah is a passionate bonsai artist and ornamental plant stylist driven by her quest for learning and creative innovation.
Over the last 40+ years, her journey in the world of bonsai has seen several milestones.
She is a director in Bonsai Clubs International and an Active committee board member of Bonsai Study Group of Indo Japanese Association. She has attended several international conventions. She is the founder of the bonsai & ornamental plants retail brand, Green Ivy and has successful participated at the Indian Merchant’s Chamber annual exhibitions [under the brand Green Ivy.
Jyoti Parekh Punam Saxena Neena Shah Bhavna Shah Megha Ketkar Meeta Mehra Sujata Bhat