Committees and boards such as the Awards Committee, Convention Liaison Committee, Heritage Rose Committee, Classification and Registration Committee, and Publications Committee, as well as council and executive board meetings, will be held. In these meetings, decisions will be made regarding the next host city and the Award of Garden Excellence.

Lectures will be conducted by researchers and experts from various countries on topics such as rose botany, cultivation, breeding, history, and culture, presenting the latest information and research findings on roses.

On the evening of the first day of the convention, a Welcome Party will be held to warmly welcome the participants to "Fukuyama, the city of roses".

As an event that signifies the start of the main convention, an opening ceremony and welcome reception will be held to warmly welcome participants. With captivating performances and creative attractions, it will enhance the anticipation for the main convention. During the opening ceremony, the announcement of inducted roses into the Hall of Fame will take place.

On the final day of the convention, a farewell party will be held, including a ceremony that showcases the essence of Japan and Fukuyama. It will provide an opportunity for attendees from around the world to bid farewell and exchange their heartfelt goodbyes. During the closing ceremony, there will be announcements for the Commemorative Rose for the Convention, recipients of the Award of Garden Excellence, the Literary Award, and recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to the convention and the World Federation of Rose Societies. Additionally, the World Federation of Rose Societies' flag will be passed on to the next host of the convention, symbolizing the continuation of exchange and the promise to reunite at the next convention.

During the convention period, half-day and full-day day tours will be organized, focusing on gardens, botanical gardens, and other attractions primarily within Hiroshima Prefecture. These tours will provide an opportunity for attendees to explore the efforts in rose-themed community development, as well as visit famous landmarks and cultural facilities.

Rose Shows will be held, featuring a concert by a top-tier orchestra from Japan and an Oriental-style show showcasing traditional Japanese performing arts. Additionally, PR booths for partner companies and sponsors will be set up in the lobbies and foyers of the Convention venues.

The Friends' Dinner is a gathering of members of "Friends of the Federation," a group that supports the activities of the World Federation of Rose Societies through member donations. This enjoyable social event takes place during each convention. For this convention, a dinner will be held at a scenic location that represents Fukuyama.

Following the opening ceremony, a welcome luncheon will be held on May 19 for convention attendees to enjoy together.

A social gathering will be held to facilitate interaction among convention participants. On May 21, which coincides with "Rose Day," a day designated by Fukuyama City, the venue will be set in the downtown shopping arcades, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere filled with the "community spirit through roses" that pervades Fukuyama.

This program offers optional activities for companions of convention attendees to enjoy the convention. Running parallel to the convention lectures, it includes visits to tourist attractions, unique cultural experiences in Japan, as well as opportunities for shopping and dining.

Tours will be conducted prior to the main convention, visiting major rose gardens and other notable locations primarily in Western Japan.

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Following the main convention, tours will be conducted to visit major rose gardens and other notable locations primarily in Eastern Japan.

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