Suiseki Instructor Registry Committee
Custodians of Stone’s Silent Verse
“In the hush of a single stone, nature has already written its poem — a distant peak shrouded in mist, an island cradled by waves, a waterfall captured in eternal stillness. To be named in the BCI Suiseki Registry is to carry a mantle of deep trust — it means societies across the world may call upon you knowing you will bring authenticity, reverence, and wonder to their gatherings.”
Purpose & Vision
The BCI International Suiseki Instructors Registry honors those rare souls who have learned the language of stone fluently — and who possess the rarer gift of teaching it to others. Our committee does not merely compile a list; we recognize guardians of an ancient, quiet art, providing member clubs worldwide with endorsed instructors who can lecture, demonstrate, and judge suiseki with grace and authority.
Why Seek Recognition?
Being endorsed by BCI as a suiseki instructor opens doors that few other credentials can.
Official BCI Endorsement
Join a select group of approved suiseki practitioners recognized by BCI worldwide.
Convention Judging
Opportunities to lecture on and judge suiseki at BCI conventions and international events.
Website Profile
Your name, photo, and bio featured on the BCI website, visible to clubs and event organizers worldwide.
Magazine Contributions
Contribute technical articles on suiseki to BCI Magazine, reaching thousands of enthusiasts globally.
Global Network
Connect with fellow suiseki enthusiasts and instructors across cultures for collaboration and shared learning.
Preserve the Art
Help preserve suiseki traditions for future generations — every listener you awaken carries the art forward.
The Selection Process
Every application is reviewed with care, respect, and attention to the applicant’s full body of work.
Read the qualifying requirements and submit the online application form
Each committee member individually reviews your application and materials
Consensus or majority vote; final decision rests with the Chair
Receive your BCI certificate and be featured on the BCI website
What We Look For
These milestones are asked not to exclude, but to protect the depth and integrity of suiseki appreciation worldwide.
BCI Membership
Must be a BCI Individual member for two years or pay two years membership in advance. Certificates are valid for the membership period.
3 Suiseki Presentations
Minimum of 3 lectures or demonstrations at international events. At least one must include a detailed explanation of all main suiseki categories and types. Video or expert letter required as evidence.
Published Work (Alternative)
Written articles on suiseki in magazines or newsletters may substitute for live presentations, provided they cover the main categories and types in detail.
Commitment to BCI
Willing to lecture on or judge suiseki at BCI conventions, and author one technical article on suiseki for BCI Magazine each year — because the art deserves to be shared.
What to Include in Your Application
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A biography or CV describing your experience with suiseki, affiliations with clubs, societies, federations, and positions held
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A list of National or International Events at which you have demonstrated, lectured, or led workshops on suiseki
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Published suiseki articles and books (optional but recommended)
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BCI may request photos of suiseki from your collection
You must be logged in to submit your application. Please allow 60 days to process your request.
Not There Yet? Every Step Counts
The path is deliberate because the silence of stone deserves no less. We celebrate every step along the way.
Share Locally
Present suiseki at your club. Every person whose eyes you open to stone’s beauty is a step toward this recognition.
Attend BCI Events
Conventions and exhibitions build your network and deepen your understanding of suiseki across traditions.
Start Writing
Share your knowledge in newsletters or submit to BCI Magazine. Published articles can even substitute for live presentations.
Meet the Committee
The people entrusted with upholding the standard and welcoming the next generation of BCI suiseki instructors.
The Stones Have Been Waiting
If suiseki has spoken to you across years of quiet companionship, if you have felt the deep fulfillment of helping another person hear what the stone is saying, then this recognition is meant for you.
“Suiseki is nature’s poem written in stone. A true instructor does not merely explain the poem — they teach the world how to listen.”
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