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Early Bird registration is available until 28 February 2027.
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Welcome to the registration for IGCA 2027!
The IGCA 2027 Congress will take place from Sunday, October 17 to Friday, October 22, 2027, in Tokyo, Japan.
Your booking begins by selecting whether you would like to stay in a single room or a twin room. Later on, you will be able to choose additional options, including the Pre-Tour and other congress-related programmes. More details are provided in the section below.
We also invite you to register for our Kanazawa Pre-Tour, which begins on October 14 and concludes on October 1７， just in time for the congress in Tokyo.
If you plan to arrive in Tokyo a day early or stay an extra day after the congress, you can make the appropriate bookings right here on this page.
We look forward to welcoming you to Japan!
Choose your tour option
Option 1: Interactive Tour
This tour offers a guided experience where participants actively engage with the bus captain and with each other on a variety of topics. Delegates are encouraged to steer the conversation, share insights, and ask questions—all with the goal of gaining the maximum benefit from the tour.
Delegates are expected to participate in discussions, exchange information and ideas about their businesses, and conduct garden center reviews with constructive feedback to make the most of this experience.
The bus will host delegates from various countries, and all discussions will be held in English.
Option 2: Non-Interactive Tour
This tour offers a relaxed and informal experience, ideal for delegates who prefer to observe and enjoy the journey without structured discussions. There are no scheduled engagements or guided conversations on the bus, allowing participants to take in the visits at their own pace.
Delegates are welcome to connect with others casually during stops and meals, but active participation is not expected. The focus is on leisure, inspiration, and cultural exchange through the garden center visits.
The bus will host delegates from various countries, and all logistical information will be provided in English.
Option 3: Next Generation Study Tour
This tour is exclusively available to delegates aged 18 to 40. It is a learning experience designed to inspire the next generation in the garden retail industry and to foster new networks and global connections. Active participation is essential.
The tour also includes a bonus activity on Sunday afternoon and a Business Forum discussion before the official opening of the congress on Sunday evening.
Get to know your peers by joining in and sharing information about your garden centre, work experiences, successes, challenges, and what you hope to learn during the congress—both during the forum and through active discussions on the bus throughout the tour.
