23rd World Scout Jamboree Programme Outline
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Index ‐Outline of Jamboree 1 1. Schedule for 23WSJ 1 2. Theme and Concept 1 3. Jamboree Logo 2 4. Jamboree Site map 3 ‐The Jamboree Programme 4 1. The Jamboree Programme 4 2. Educational Objectives 4 3. Overview of the Jamboree Programme 4 4. Module Activities 5 5. Modules timetable of Sub Camp 5 6. Module Schedule 6 7. Expected numbers of participants 6 8. Sample schedule of Sub Camp 7 ‐Sub Camp Life 12 1. Sub Camp 12 2. Map of Mountains 13 3. Daily life during the Jamboree 14 4. Sub Camp Programme 14 - On-site Programme 16 1. Global Development Village(GDV) 16 2. Culture 20 3. Science 23 4. Water 25 5. Free Time Activity 26 6. Faith and beliefs 27 - Off-site Programme 29 1. Community 30 2. Nature 36 3. Water 39 4. Peace 42 (1) Hiroshima Peace Programme 42 (2) Hiroshima Peace Ceremony 45 (3) Nagasaki Peace Forum 45 (4) Messengers of Peace (MOP) 46 - Young Correspondent Programme 47 - Young Spokespersons 47 - Ceremonies / Inter-religious Ceremony 48 - Cultural Exchange Day 49 - Jamboree Friendship Award 50 - Japanese traditional games 51 - Japanese typical songs 52 - Jamboree Song: A Spirit of Unity 53 - Reference of appendix of Bulletins 58
Outline of the Jamboree 1. The Schedule for the 23rd World Scout Jamboree (23WSJ) (1) Date Tuesday, 28th July -Saturday, 8th August, 2015 For 11 nights and 12 days (2) Schedule 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 6:00 Wake up 7:30 Breakfast 9:00 Japan Contingent Arrival Module Activity Module Activity IST Arrival Participant Arrival Participant Arrival Cultural Exchange Day IST Training IST Training Japan Contingent Departure 12:00 Lunch Lunch Participant Departure 14:00 IST Departure Module Activity Module Activity 17:00 Dinner Dinner 19:00 Ceremony Opening 19:30 Ceremony Evening Activity Closing 2. Theme and Concepts (1)Theme “Wa: a Spirit of Unity” The theme of the 23rd World Scout Jamboree (23WSJ) is “Wa: a Spirit of Unity”. The Kanji character “和” (wa) indicates a wide variety of meanings such as unity, harmony, cooperation, friendship, and peace. Moreover, it encapsulates the essence of Japan, a country where tradition and the latest technology coexist in harmony. Inspired by this theme, it is our earnest desire that 23WSJ will contribute to peace and harmony among youth and create a better world. Key elements of the theme; “Japan”, “Friendship” and “Peace” are designed to occur in all aspects of 23WSJ. (2)Concepts Energy: The energy which Scouts from all over the world will bring to the Jamboree and the dynamism of the Scout Movement that strengthen its mission and ideals. 23WSJ Programme Outline 1
Outline of the Jamboree Innovation: Having new experiences at the Jamboree, learning about different cultures and traditions, and fostering critical thinking skills will lead to personal growth. Harmony: Scouts who come from different cultural, religious, and family backgrounds will come together to share their individual experiences while fostering unity with one another. This key word expresses peace and harmony in relation to the Scouts. 3. The Jamboree Logo The Jamboree logo is created based on the traditional Japanese Mizuhiki knot. The impressive and decorative string and knot represent the energy, new experiences and meetings at the jamboree and the unity of the Scouts gathered from all over the world. The three colours represent the jamboree concepts: Energy, Innovation and Harmony. The Mizuhiki knot is made of Japanese paper, used as a gift for occasions such as weddings and childbirth. It is said that the motion of the knot represents the bond between people. The logo hopes to create the bond between the Scouts gathered from all over the world. On the lower right side of the logo, the Kanji character “和” (WA) illustrates the meaning of the Mizuhiki. In addition, on the right of the logo, the Jamboree title is indicated in English and French, and as Jamboree is an official event of the World Organization of the Scout Movements (WOSM), the World Scout emblem is featured. 2 23WSJ Programme Outline
The Jamboree Programme 1. The Jamboree Programme The 23rd World Scout Jamboree will offer a wide choice of attractive programmes. Through these programmes, Scouts will be able to experience the distinctive attributes of each participating country and territory. This experience will enable Scouts to develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually in the spirit of the Scout Movement as they advance toward their ultimate goal of “Creating a Better World.” The Jamboree Programme, running from the Opening Ceremony on the evening of the 29th of July 2015 until the Closing Ceremony on the evening of the 7th of August, will consist of Module Activities and Sub Camp Life. It will be a great opportunity for Scouts to make friends with their counterparts from all over the world. The theme of “Wa: a Spirit of Unity” and the three concepts, “Energy”, “Innovation” and “Harmony”, associated with the Jamboree programme reflect specific educational objectives. 2. Educational Objectives By the end of the event, participants will: Learn how energetic and motivated Scouts acting as “Active Citizens” can change the world into a better place Cultivate life skills that lead to the creation of new and innovative ways to address global issues, such as through the use of cutting-edge technology Experience cultural diversity Foster unity among Scouts regardless of ethnic or religious backgrounds, and highlight the importance of cooperation in the creation of a better world 3. Overview of the Jamboree Programme 4 23WSJ Programme Outline
The Jamboree Programme 4. Module Activities The Jamboree will include 3 On-site Module Activities (Global Development Village, Culture and Science) and 3 Off-site Module Activities (Nature, Community and Peace). In addition, Water Module Activities will be carried out both On-site and Off-site. The venues will be allocated by each Sub Camp. During the jamboree, you will have the opportunity to see the connection between many of the Jamboree activities and the World Scout Programmes (the Scouts of the World Award Programme, World Scout Environment Programme and Messengers of Peace Programme) Each Module Activity occupies either one day or half a day. Each Sub Camp has a schedule so that all Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in all the Module Activities by the end of the Jamboree. Also, each Sub Camp will have equal opportunities to travel by bus three times. Furthermore, if your Sub Camp walks to take part in the Water Module Activities On-site, such as at Tsuki-no-Umi, the beach at the Jamboree site, you will reach the Off-site Nature Module Activity by bus, and vice versa. In addition, whenever there is no Module Activity on the schedule, Scouts will take part in Free Time Activities. There will be a wide choice of Free Time Activities. GDV Culture Science Community Nature Water Peace 1/2 day 1/2 day 1 day 1 day 1 day 1 day 1 day 5. Modules Timetable of Sub Camps The duration of Module Activities at each Sub Camp will be a day or a half- day as shown in the following form. It will be held from July 30th to August 6th. Around August 7th, all Scouts will have a choice to join any of the three On-site programmes: GDV, Culture, and Science. If Scouts have missed any On-site programmes due to sickness during the Jamboree period, then on this day, they will be given the opportunity to participate. Also, the shaded Modules in the module schedule indicate programmes that require bus travel. As mentioned in the above, all the programmes that require bus travel have been scheduled 3 times. For example, Akagi Sub Camp members walk to the Nature programme and ride the bus to the Water programme. Dashes “ – “ in the form indicate Scout’s free time to pursue their own interests. Various activities are available to the Scouts, such as visiting the Faith & Beliefs zone, and the World Scout Centre. Each National Scout Organization’s representative attending the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony & Nagasaki Peace Forum will leave from the Jamboree site on the 5th of August and come back on the 6th. For that reason, those attendees will not be able to join the Module Activities for each Sub Camp on those dates. 23WSJ Programme Outline 5
The Jamboree Programme 6. Module Schedule Hu Sub 7/30 7/31 8/1 8/2 8/3 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/7 b Camp AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM Cult Akagi GDV ‐ Peace Nature ‐ Science Community Water ‐ ure Cult Bandai ‐ Peace Nature ‐ GDV Science Community Water ‐ Northern ure Cult Inter-religious Ceremony / Food Festival / Arena Show Chokai Nature ‐ Science GDV ‐ Water Peace Community ‐ ure Cult Daisetsu Nature ‐ GDV Science ‐ Water Peace Community ‐ ure Cult Ena Peace GDV ‐ Community Science Nature Water ‐ ‐ ure Cult Fuji Peace ‐ Community Science Nature Water ‐ GDV ‐ Eastern ure Cult Goryu Water Nature GDV ‐ Community Peace ‐ Science ‐ ure Cult Hotaka Water Nature ‐ Community Peace ‐ GDV Science ‐ ure Cult Ishizuchi Science Water ‐ GDV Peace Community Nature ‐ ‐ ure Cult Jakuchi Science Water ‐ Peace Community Nature GDV ‐ ‐ Western ure Cult Kuju ‐ GDV Community Peace Water ‐ Science Nature ‐ ure Miyanour Cult ‐ Community Peace Water GDV ‐ Science Nature ‐ a ure Note: Shaded Modules in the schedule indicate programmes that require bus travel. 7. Expected Number of Participants (Units in thousand) 7/30 7/31 8/1 8/2 8/3 8/4 8/5 8/6 Total AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM GDV 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 0 0 2 2 2 24 Culture 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 0 0 2 2 2 24 Science 4 0 4 4 4 4 4 24 Nature 4 4 4 0 4 4 4 24 Community 0 4 4 4 4 4 4 24 Water 4 4 0 4 4 4 4 24 Peace 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 24 The Jamboree Programme 6 23WSJ Programme Outline
The Jamboree Programme 8. Sample Schedule 09:00 Programme Meeting for Sub Camp staff @ Jamboree Headquarters [Note] 2 from each Sub Camp will be expected 14:00 Unit leaders meeting @ Sub Camp Headquarters [Note] To inform the unit leaders about outline of programme, especially 29th July (Wed) tomorrow’s schedule and how to participate 15:30 Assemble all Scouts to Sub Camp area, head for the Arena [Note] With their own Uniform 17:00 Opening Ceremony @ Arena 05:30 Food distribution 08:30 Start to move to the GDV Programme [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch(not 09:00 necessary) Participate in the GDV module 12:00 [Requirement] Take part in 2 activities in different themes 14:00 Lunch Free Time Activity(own choice) - Participate in Scout Soccer World Cup @ Soccer Ground near the Dome [Note] SC Staff needs to tell Scouts and ask them to apply, then make a 30th July (Thu) tournament list. - Visit the Faith and Beliefs zone - Visit the World Scout Center - Visit the Jamboree Fiesta @ Dome & Plaza - Visit the Nature Park(Bird watching is available) 17:00 - Experience the Finnish Sauna @ the Beach Food distribution 19:30 Dinner Evening activity - Camp Fire [Note] Need to make a reservation for camp fire facilities at SC HQ - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site 23:00 - Performance at the Hub stage Quiet Time 23WSJ Programme Outline 7
The Jamboree Programme 05:00 Food distribution 05:40 Start to move to the Bus Stop on the Kirara Street [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch 06:00 Departure for Hiroshima Peace Programme [Note] Every 20 minutes, 20 buses will depart for Hiroshima. It will take 2.5 hours to get there. Scouts swipe their ID card before getting on the bus. Unit leader’s attendance is required. 08:30 Participate in the Hiroshima Peace Programme [Note] Please refer to Page 42 on this guide for more detail. *** For Scouts who cannot participate in the Hiroshima Peace Programme a 31st July (Fri) Messengers of Peace activity is available at the World Scout Centre. 16:30 Back to the parking area at Jamboree Site by bus from Hiroshima [Note] Swipe their ID card after they come back to the Jamboree site. 17:00 Food distribution and dinner 19:30 Evening activity - Camp Fire [Note] Need to make a reservation for camp fire facilities at SC HQ - Friendship Exchange 23:00 Quiet Time 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 09:00 Participate in the Nature Module [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch, Course leaflet Course 1: Mt. Fujio Hiking [1,320 Scouts] Course 2: Ajisu Hiking [ 240 Scouts] Course 3: Kitagata Hiking [ 380 Scouts] 1st August (Sat) Each Patrol will receive an individual course leaflet at the Unit leader’s meeting on 31st. It includes the following information; Meeting time/place, what to bring, schedule, aim of the programme and so on. 17:00 19:30 Food distribution and dinner Evening activity - Camp Fire [Note] Need to make a reservation for camp fire facilities at SC HQ - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site 23:00 - Performance at the Hub stage Quiet Time 8 23WSJ Programme Outline
The Jamboree Programme 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 08:00 Morning Assembly at each unit site [Note] to tell Scouts the concept of Cultural Exchange Day 08:30 Start to move to the Arena [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Participant Handbook 09:00 Participate in the Inter-religious Ceremony at the Arena [Individual] Denomination religious services 2nd August (Sunday, Cultural Exchange Day) (1) Catholic: from 11:00 at the dome (2) Protestant: from 11:00 at the beach (3) Orthodox: from 11:00 at the Soccer ground (in front of staff camp area) (4) Latter Day Saints: from 11:00 at Science Module area (5) Buddhism: from 11:00 the at the playground (next to the dome) (6) Sikhism : from 11:00 at the Faith and Beliefs zone * Places of other religions will be confirmed later and informed at Sub Camp 12:00 Food Festival at unit site [Note] Each unit is requested to cook their traditional meals for 200 people in addition to the basic daily lunch. Scouts will experience the diversity of food culture. TBC Start to move to the arena TBC Food distribution and dinner 18:00 Arena Show [Note] National costume or Scout uniform is required 19:30 Evening activity - Camp Fire - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site - Performance at the Hub stage 23:00 Quiet Time 23WSJ Programme Outline 9
The Jamboree Programme 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 08:30 Start to move to the Culture Programme [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch(not 09:00 necessary) Participate in the Culture module [Requirement] Take part in 1 activity from Japanese culture zone, and 1 12:00 activity from International culture zone 3rd August (Mon) 14:00 Lunch Free Time Activity(own choice) - Participate in Scout World Scout Cup @ Soccer Ground near the Dome - Visit the Faith and Beliefs zone, the World Scout Center - Visit the Jamboree Fiesta @ Dome & Plaza - Visit the Nature Park(Bird watching is available) 17:00 - Experience the Finland Sauna @ the Beach 19:30 Food distribution and dinner Evening activity - Camp Fire - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site 23:00 - Performance at the Hub stage Quiet Time 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 08:30 Start to move to the Science Module Programme [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch 09:00 Participate in the Science module 4th August (Tue) [Requirement] Take part in 2 activities 12:00 Lunch 14:00 Participate in the Science module [Continued] 17:00 Food distribution and dinner 19:30 Evening activity - Camp Fire - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site - Performance at the Hub stage 23:00 Quiet Time 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 06:30 Start to move to Bus stop in the main parking [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Participant Handbook, Lunch 07:00 Participate in the Community module by bus [Note] Each Patrol will receive individual course leaflet at the Unit leader’s 5th August (Wed) meeting on 4th August. It includes following information; Meeting time/place, what to bring, schedule, aim of the programme and so on. Back to the parking area at Jamboree Site by bus [Note] Touch their ID card after they come back to the Jamboree site. 17:00 Food distribution and dinner 19:30 Evening activity - Camp Fire - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site 23:00 - Performance at the Hub stage Quiet Time 10 23WSJ Programme Outline
The Jamboree Programme 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 06:30 Start to move to the Bus stop in the main parking area [Note] Scarf, Water Bottle, Cap, Swimwear, Clothes to change, Towel, Participant Handbook, Lunch 07:00 Participate in the Nature module by bus [Note] Each Patrol will receive an individual course leaflet at the Unit leader’s meeting on 5th August. It includes the following information; Meeting time/place, what to bring, schedule, and aim of the programme. Course 1: Holiday Beach (Hikari City) 6th August (Thu) Course 2: Holiday Beach (Kirara Beach, Sanyo Onoda City) Course 3: Cruising experience in Seto Island sea Back to the parking area at Jamboree Site by bus [Note] Swipe their ID card after they come back to the Jamboree site. PM Unit leaders’ meeting [Note] Explain about the way to certify the Jamboree Friendship award and provide the award to the Unit leader 17:00 Food distribution and dinner 19:30 Evening activity - Camp Fire - Friendship Exchange at their Camp site - Performance at the Hub stage 23:00 Quiet Time 05:30 Food distribution and breakfast 09:00 Free Time Activity(own choice) - Participate in GDV, Culture and Science module [Note] Limited activities are available at each programme area for those who have missed participating in those module during the Jamboree - Participate in Scout World Scout Cup @ Soccer Ground near the Dome - Visit the Faith and Beliefs zone, the World Scout Center - Visit the Jamboree Fiesta @ Dome & Plaza 7th August (Fri) - Visit the Nature Park(Bird watching is available) - Experience the Finnish Sauna @ the Beach 16:00 Food distribution Wide Game at Sub Camp TBC Start to move to the arena for the closing ceremony [Note] Scout Uniform is required, Water Bottle and bring their friends and wonderful memories of Jamboree 19:30 Closing Ceremony 23:00 Quiet Time 23WSJ Programme Outline 11
Sub Camp Life Sub Camp Life Scouts will spend the majority of their time during the Jamboree in Sub Camps with other Scouts from their Patrol and Unit. It is at their Sub Camps that Scouts will cook and eat their daily meals and sleep in tents. The Sub Camp will also serve as a home where Scouts can reflect on what happened that day and share their thoughts and feelings about the next day’s activities. 1. Sub Camp There will be 12 Sub Camps at 23WSJ. Each Sub Camp will consist of 50 Units. A Unit will consist of 4 patrols, each consisting of 9 Scouts and one Unit Leader. Therefore, a Unit will consist of 40 members and a Sub Camp will consist of 2,000 Scouts and Unit Leaders. 4 Sub Camps will form a Hub, and there will be 3 Hubs at the Jamboree. Each Unit will be allocated an area within the Sub Camp. This area will serve for many purposes: for pitching sleeping tents and tarp tents, for holding meetings, for cooking, for hanging up laundry to dry, etc. Working together to lay out the area where Scouts will live can foster a greater understanding of the Scouting ideals. All Hubs including the IST sub camp are named after the geography of the Jamboree site itself. Northern hub, Eastern hub, Western Hub and Southern hub. Sub Camp names are also named after the famous mountains in Japan. The following logos are the logos for each Sub Camp. Their name and image are represented by a Japanese mountain. 12 23WSJ Programme Outline
Sub Camp Life 2. Map of Mountains 23WSJ Programme Outline 13
Sub Camp Life 3. Daily life during the Jamboree During the Jamboree, Scouts will camp for many days. For a lot of the Scouts, it will be their first experience of such a long camp. In these circumstances, some Scouts may find it difficult to get enough sleep since there are so many activities to take part in at the Jamboree. To get the most out of the Jamboree, it will be important to ensure that Scouts get sufficient sleep. In addition, Scouts need to eat three nutritious meals a day so that they have plenty of energy to engage in the challenging activities each day and can adjust to the unfamiliar environment. They also need to drink plenty of water and establish a routine. It would be a good idea to consider the Jamboree as an opportunity to overcome the challenges related to camping. The cooking of meals at the Jamboree will also be an opportunity to foster leadership, stimulate cooperation, and for each person to achieve an understanding of his or her role within the patrol. Since cooking involves a number of different tasks, cooperation is the key to success. Each patrol can tackle its own recipes within the scope of the ingredients. Remember, there is much more to cooking than just preparing food. For Scouts, it is also a great opportunity for personal growth. Participants are required to use a portable gas stove for cooking. For information on how to use the stove, please refer to the fire-protection guidelines. 4. Sub Camp Programme In the Sub Camp area, Scouts can take part in various enjoyable activities during their free time. (1) Performance Scouts can put on small performances, ideally on a theme related to their culture, on the stages placed in the Hubs. Each stage will be equipped with a sound system. The usage of the Hub stage will be allocated to each Sub Camp night by night. As there are 50 Units in a Sub Camp, each performance should last no more than about 5 minutes. Preparing and sharing simple games or activities that represent your country’s culture and/or Scouting will add greater variety to the programme. Simple, easy-to-understand activities that appeal to many Scouts would be ideal. The activities can be presented at each Unit’s site, or using additional space at the Sub Camp or Hub for bigger activities. (2) Camp fire There will be 2 spaces for a camp fire for 2 to 3 Units during the Jamboree at each Sub Camp. As we are Scouts, a camp fire is one of the best ways to build a good relationship among Scouts by exchanging performances and games. Camp Fire facilities will be available to book in advance at Sub Camp during the Jamboree, so that Scouts or Unit leaders can choose. (3) Kite Flying Scouts can experience the Japanese traditional game; Tako age (Kite Flying) at the Sub Camp area. Kites will be available at the Sub Camp Headquarters. In addition, Scouts can try Kite flying at the arena during the Jamboree except Opening/ Closing ceremony, Arena Show and its rehearsal day. 14 23WSJ Programme Outline
Sub Camp Life (4) Food Festival Food Festival will be held at lunch time on cultural exchange day, 2nd of August. Basic ingredients such as rice, potato, carrot, onion and so on will be distributed in addition to the simple lunch ingredients. Scouts will cook their own traditional dishes by using the basic ingredients, so Scouts from other countries can taste and experience the food and cultural differences among countries. 1 or 2 patrols from the Unit will cook the dishes at their Unit site and the rest of the patrols will walk around the Sub Camp tasting food at first, and then exchanging the role between patrols after a while. (5) Scout Soccer World Cup Scout Soccer World Cup is the tournament game of football (Soccer) which will encourage Scouts to deepen their friendship and compete through teamwork. There is an artificial grass ground for Rugby and Soccer. Scout Soccer World Cup will be held at this wonderful facility during the Jamboree. A patrol may contain different numbers of participants, 5 or 6 Scouts will be a team and play soccer by changing players. Patrols can apply to participate at the Sub Camp and play Soccer on designed date to each Sub Camp. (6) A bamboo sun shade Contest To share ideas and scout skills, bamboo Sun shade Contest will be held at Sub Camps. During the Jamboree, Scouts will make a special Sun shade by using bamboo, and it will be displayed and used at their unit site. The bamboo sun shade will be a space to have a chat with other Scouts, and it will be good opportunity to learn about the uses of various knots. (7) Exchange badges Exchanging badges is one of the fun activities in Scouting, and we know the World Scout Jamboree is always the first opportunity for Scouts to enjoy exchanging badges among Scouts from all over the world. To make exchanging badges safer for Scouts, we have set the following rules. - Exchange not only badges, but also friendship - Exchange badges only with Scouts if you are Scout. - Exchange badges only with Adults if you are an adult such as IST and Unit leader. - Exchange badges on a fair basis of size, quantity and value. (8) Scout Parade Scout Parade will be held from 19:00 on 6th of August. Parade will start from the main gate in the central street to the special stage at the main parking area through the Jamboree Avenue. At the end of this Parade, Yagura which is the Japanese traditional festival stage will be built and Scouts can experience the Japanese traditional dance. In addition, yosakoi dance contest will be held around this Yagura. One group from each Sub Camp will participate in this Parade. The representative group will be selected by Sub Camp staff in consideration of performances at the Hub stages. (9) Wide Game Wide game is designed to make a new international group to participate in the Closing ceremony in the afternoon of 7th August. Wide game is a game to make a group by collecting letters of one specific word which will be given to each Scout. Materials of this game will be distributed at Sub Camp on the 7th. 23WSJ Programme Outline 15
Onsite Programme Onsite Programme On-site Programme consists of 4 module programmes including Global Development Village, Culture, Science and Water, Faith and Beliefs Zone and Free Time Activity. Programmes run from 9am to noon for the morning session, and 2pm to 5pm for the afternoon session. GDV and Culture modules are half day modules and Science is a one day long module. Faith & Beliefs zone and other activities are available anytime when the Modules are not allocated. Programme Modules Global Development Village (GDV) 1. Outline Through GDV module activities, Scouts will learn about what they can do in their daily lives to help tackle various global issues. They will deepen their understanding of Human Rights, Global Warming, and Hunger from five perspectives; Peace, Environment & Sustainability, Human Rights, Health and Poverty. They will also learn about what the United Nations and NGOs are doing around the world to deal with these issues. Actions taken by the 30,000 participants will help raise the consciousness of over 32 million Scouts in 162 Countries and territories. Sharing ideas among Scouts worldwide on how to create a better world will trigger “Innovation”, which will help resolve global issues. Ultimately, this will contribute to global peace and thus embody the theme of “WA: a Spirit of Unity”. 2. Educational Objectives Each programme is designed to encourage Scouts to achieve the following. Learn about global issues from five perspectives: peace, environment and sustainability, human rights, health and poverty Acknowledge that our world consists of small communities in which we all live Learn that small actions have a cumulative effect that can leave a large impact on society Encourage Scouts to become active and remain active in their homes and communities after the Jamboree 16 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme 3. Programme area & entry 4. Requirement to certify this module - Take part in 1 activity which is run by external organizations - Take part in at least 2 activities from 2 theme zones (including the activity run by external organizations) 5. Items required ID card, neckerchief, hat, Participant handbook, water bottle, rainwear and writing instruments 6. Activity List (As of 28th May 2015) Theme Contens Provider 1 Environment & The Disaster Prevention and Sustainable Taiwan Contingent Sustainability Application of Wind Power 2 Environment & Recycling for Resources and Energy for Taiwan Contingent Sustainability Sustainable Scouting 3 Environment & Coral Reef Restoration Workshop : WHY & HOW Taiwan Contingent Sustainability 4 Environment & Leave No Trace United States of America Sustainability Contingent 5 Environment & Water cycle Czech Republic Contingent Sustainability 6 Environment & The importance of Insect Pollinators, United Kingdom Contingent Sustainability specifically the honey bee 7 Environment & Art works of Collagraphy Nepal Contingent Sustainability 8 Environment & Forest development Japan Contingent Sustainability 9 Environment & Energy from the environment Japan Contingent Sustainability 10 Environment & Trade Game Japan Contingent Sustainability 11 Environment & Recycling Japan Contingent Sustainability 12 Environment & Disinvestment & climate change; Fossil Free 350.org EAST Asia Sustainability 13 Environment & Circle of sustainability - Smartphones AGET Consult and Sustainability rare-earth-lifecycle Communications 14 Environment & Scouts Go Solar activity Scouts Go Solar1 Sustainability 23WSJ Programme Outline 17
Onsite Programme 15 Environment & Scouts Go Solar activity Scouts Go Solar2 Sustainability 16 Environment & Water and sanitation game WaterAid Sustainability 17 Environment & Introduction of The Goal.org Edumanity Sustainability 18 Human Rights Elections On-site programme Department 19 Human Rights Money to spend On-site programme Department 20 Human Rights Fire scarf On-site programme Department 21 Human Rights What if… On-site programme Department 22 Human Rights Drawing Children Rights On-site programme Department 23 Human Rights Work kids Switzerland Contingent 24 Human Rights Landmine game Switzerland Contingent 25 Human Rights Common resources Czech Republic Contingent 26 Human Rights Clothes makes the man... and who makes the Czech Republic Contingent clothes 27 Human Rights Landmines’ education Japan Contingent 28 Human Rights Disabled persons’ experience Japan Contingent 29 Human Rights To be confirmed UNICEF 30 Human Rights Water : a human right and joint responsibility WaterLex 31 Human Rights Joining forces against child labour International Labour Organization 32 Poverty Tiny World On-site programme Department 33 Poverty Role playing On-site programme Department 34 Poverty Capitalism On-site programme Department 35 Poverty Fair Trade On-site programme Department 36 Poverty Challenge of immigrants On-site programme Department 37 Poverty Ecological footprint Czech Republic Contingent 38 Poverty Food and population problems Japan Contingent 39 Poverty Project Everyone UN Millennium Campaign 40 Poverty Urban Youth & Sustainable Development UN Habitat 41 Poverty BookBridge activity Book Bridge Foundation 42 Poverty Your Rights, Your money Aflatoun International 43 Peace Legends of Peace On-site programme Department 44 Peace I’m not racist but… On-site programme Department 45 Peace No more bullying! On-site programme Department 46 Peace Youth, what is my position? On-site programme Department 47 Peace Labyrinths - Ancient Tools for Modern Time Hong Kong Contingent 48 Peace Climate change strategy and action plan Bangladesh Contingent 49 Peace Dialogue Saudi Arabia Contingent 50 Peace Peace Banner Saudi Arabia Contingent 51 Peace Stop the Violence United Kingdom Contingent 52 Peace Scout Experience, ready for life Mexico Contingent 53 Peace Discovery by writing French Contingent 54 Peace How to build peace Interpeace 55 Peace Road Safety Road Safety Institute 56 Peace Cultural engagement and understanding The Partnership Network 18 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme 57 Peace Spiritual development Spiriteco 58 Peace Interreligious and intercultural dialogue KAICIID 59 Peace To be confirmed Yamaguchi Red Cross 60 Peace Shadow warrior puppets Right start foundation 1 61 Peace Balloon poppers Right start foundation 2 62 Peace Peace starts with me Messengers of Peace 63 Health How to survive a camp On-site programme Department 64 Health Risk Behavior On-site programme Department 65 Health Self Esteem On-site programme Department 66 Health Emergency response On-site programme Department 67 Health Awareness of one’s own health United Kingdom Contingent 68 Health Pollution and Minamata disease Japan Contingent 69 Health Drug abuse Japan Contingent (Fukuoka) 70 Health Heath in the World WHO 71 Health Free Being Me World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) 23WSJ Programme Outline 19
Onsite Programme Culture Module 1. Outline Our world is a rich and varied kaleidoscope of cultures. Think about clothing, to take one example. In Japan we have the kimono. But when we look around the world, we see the Korean chima jeogori, the Mongolian deel, the Fijian sulu, the Tahitian pareo, the Chilean poncho, the Scottish kilt, and the German lederhosen, to name but a few of the national costumes that brighten up our planet. Each culture is distinct and unique. By experiencing and welcoming different cultures, we can cultivate an appreciation of others, learn from one another, and extend the hand of friendship. Scouts are encouraged to prepare presentations about their countries and cultures so that they can share their unique experience and traditions with fellow Scouts. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about one’s own country and culture through the process of explaining and sharing with others. Through intercultural exchanges, Scouts will deepen mutual understanding and achieve “Harmony” transcending national and cultural differences. As 23WSJ takes place in Japan, a country that is a fusion of Western and Eastern cultural influences, Scouts will have opportunities to gain insights into the Japanese culture of “Wa”. They will learn about traditional arts as well as aspects of contemporary culture, or Cool Japan, such as anime. 2. Educational Objectives; Experience cultural diversity by learning about the history of different cultures from around the world Recognize the importance of understanding and respecting cultural differences Appreciate the mutual influence of cultures Deepen their understanding of their own cultures, and recognize the importance of inheriting that culture 3. Programme area & entry 4. Requirement to certify this module - Take part in at least 1 Japanese Culture activity - Take part in at least 1 international culture activity run by the Contingent 5. Items required ID card, neckerchief, hat, Participant handbook, water bottle, rainwear and writing instruments 20 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme 6. Activity List (As of 28th May 2015) Activity Contents Provider 1 Anime Festival On-site programme Department 2 Formosa in the East Taiwan Contingent 3 Chinese culture Gallery Taiwan Contingent 4 Qatar Culture Qatar Contingent 5 Peru Tattoos Peru Contingent 6 Peruvian Cajon Peru Contingent 7 Folk traditional dance Bangladesh Contingent 8 Tribal dance Bangladesh Contingent 9 Knitting with chopsticks Finland Contingent 10 Handmade Czech Czech Contingent 11 Dance your shoes away - folklore Czech Contingent 12 The Arabian Tent Saudi Arabia Contingent 13 The two holy mosques Saudi Arabia Contingent 14 Colombian Carnival Colombia Contingent 15 The Field of Heroes (Forge) Hungary Contingent The Field of Heroes (Life of Nomads) Hungary Contingent The Field of Heroes (the virtue of Outlaws) Hungary Contingent 16 Scouting in the snow Norway Contingent 17 Adowa and Kpanlogo Ghana Contingent 18 Discover Serbia Serbia Contingent 19 I am a professional ballon modeler! UK Contingent 20 Knots Woggle UK Contingent 21 Ceilidh dance UK Contingent 22 A craft workshop to make British Bunting UK Contingent 23 Stomp music activity UK Contingent 24 Smite Game UK Contingent 25 Code breaking activity UK Contingent 26 Giant garden games UK Contingent 27 New castles : Culture, coal and Castle UK Contingent 28 Jamboree Patchwork UK Contingent 29 Discover Netherlands Netherlands Contingent 30 The wooden shoe experience Netherlands Contingent 31 Finnish traditional knitting - Chopsticks Finland Contingent 32 Play NUNALCA instruments Slovenia Contingent 33 Wild West Corral USA Contingent 34 Black tent academy German Contingent 35 Unity in Diversity Chile Contingent 36 Leather craft French Contingent 37 “Palatschinken” and Austrian skiing Austria Contingent 38 Belgian comic strips Belgium Contingent 39 Experience Ainu culture Japan Contingent (Hokkaido) 40 Leather craft Japan Contingent (Miyagi) 41 “Hanakasa” dance experience Japan Contingent (Yamagata) 42 Making Konnyaku Japan Contingent (Gumma) 23WSJ Programme Outline 21
Onsite Programme 43 Traditional handy craft Japan Contingent (Kanagawa) 44 Traditional cast metal Japan Contingent (Toyama) 45 Decorate chopsticks with gold leaf Japan Contingent (Ishikawa) 46 Making Mizuhiki knots Japan Contingent (Nagano) 47 Experience Sado (Tea ceremony) Japan Contingent (Aichi) 48 Yuzen dyeing Japan Contingent (Kyoto) 49 Himeji Castle Japan Contingent (Hyogo) 50 Calligraphy Japan Contingent (Osaka) 51 Making woggle Japan Contingent (Shimane) 52 Kendama experience Japan Contingent (Hiroshima) 53 Making Uchiwa “Handy fan” Japan Contingent (Kagawa) 54 Handcraft of bamboo On-Site Programme Department 55 Oriental medicine; Moxibustion therapy Japan Acupuncture & Moxibustion Association 56 Oriental medicine; Judo Therapy Japan Judo Therapist Association 57 Japanese traditional card game Yamaguchi card game association 58 Esperanto Japan Esperanto association 59 Cooking experience of Okonomi-yaki Otafuku sauce Co., Ltd. 60 Japanese traditional drum Association in Yamaguchi area 61 Making paper gold fish Association in Yamaguchi area 62 Making bamboo instrument Association in Yamaguchi area 63 Tea ceremony Association in Yamaguchi area 64 Calligraphy Association in Yamaguchi area *Most of activities will be provided in the huge tent, and some activities whose numbers are gray in the above table will take place outside of the huge tent. 22 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme Science Module 1. Outline The Science module activities will stimulate Scouts’ fascination with and understanding of science. Scouts will enrich their knowledge of the technologies underpinning contemporary societies - computers, the internet, mobile phones, refrigeration, and so on. And they will learn about the innovative technologies or technological ecosystems that are enriching people’s lives, and moreover, have the potential to help us achieve a balance between the environment and humankind on our planet. The experience of breakthrough technology will inspire Scouts to pursue innovation. In particular, 23WSJ will offer Scouts opportunities to learn about cutting-edge technologies in Japan, helping them appreciate the theme of “Wa: a Spirit of Unity” from scientific and technological perspectives. 2. Educational Objectives The Programme of Science has been established for Participants to achieve the following objectives after the Jamboree: Generate interest in science by learning about the latest technological advancements Learn more about fundamental sciences and how it is applied in Scouting and everyday life Create positive anticipation of the future through learning science 3. Programme area & entry 4. Requirement to certify this module - Take part in at least 2 activities 5. Items required ID card, neckerchief, hat, Participant handbook, water bottle, rainwear and writing instruments 6. Activity list (As of 28th May 2015) Activity contents Provider 1 Make a fire by solar power Onsite Programme Department 2 Mechanism of paper plane Onsite Programme Department 3 Tripod try Onsite Programme Department 4 How our body works Onsite Programme Department 5 Water evaporation Onsite Programme Department 6 Mechanism of dehydration Onsite Programme Department 7 Structure of tent Onsite Programme Department 8 JOTA-JOTI Plaza Onsite Programme Department 9 JOTA-JOTI Plaza Onsite Programme Department 23WSJ Programme Outline 23
Onsite Programme 10 JOTA-JOTI Plaza Onsite Programme Department 11 Mechanism of magic Bangladesh Contingent 12 Nature Disaster Monitoring by modern technology Taiwan Contingent 13 Clean energy clean world Taiwan Contingent 14 Race of electricity Czech Contingent 15 Cars of Merkur Czech Contingent 16 Navigation Norway Contingent 17 Water powered rocket UK Contingent 18 Solar Power Switzerland Contingent 19 Mining in Society USA Contingent 20 Mechanism of the light Japan Contingent with Riken 21 ASIMO Japan Contingent with Honda 22 Mechanism of airplane Japan Contingent 23 Measurement technique Japan Contingent 24 Medical technology with microscope Japan Contingent 25 Safety of water Japan Contingent 26 Micro hydro power generator Japan Contingent 27 Mechanism of camera Japan Contingent 28 Experience of sandblast Japan Contingent with Shinto Kogio 29 Solar power generation Japan Contingent 30 Mechanism of hybrid car Japan Contingent 31 Method to create energy Chugoku Electricity 32 Future of photograph Canon 33 Information sharing system in emergency Fujitsu 34 Experience of 3 Dimensional frame NEC Group 35 Water clarification system NEC Group 36 Science of nutrition SS Pharmacy 37 Mechanism of intestines of our body Yakult Honsha 38 Water clarification in emergency Proctor & Gamble 39 Making manganese dry cell Panasonic 40 Mechanism of waterless toilet Urimat Japan 41 Mining technology Rio Tinto Japan 42 Experience of Winglet Toyota 43 Plastic waste to energy CFP group 44 Display of EV cars and mechanism of EV cars Mitsubishi Motors 45 To be confirmed AEON group 46 Mechanism of magnesium air battery Furukawa Battery 7. Special Note for Amateur Radio If you have the amateur radio licence, contact with other amateur stations around the world from the Jamboree site will be available at the JOTA-JOTI Plaza where Scouts can learn the mechanics of radio. These communications are permitted with the all amateur radio licences which are authorized in your country by the special arrangement of Japanese Government. This special arrangement is valid during only the Jamboree. Please bring the licence itself, not a copy of it to the Jamboree site if Scouts wish to communicate by radio. 24 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme Onsite Water Module 1. Outline More than 50 countries are landlocked. Japan, on the other hand, is surrounded by the ocean. 23WSJ will make good use of this maritime setting to offer various water activities, such as swimming, yachting and fishing that are sure to inspire Scouts’ Energy. Activities will be challenging and fun, designed to foster teamwork and expertise in, on and out of the water. Moreover, patrols will also have a chance to relax at the beach. Scouts will be able to cultivate friendships and emotional ties, leading to practical realization of the Jamboree theme—“Wa: a Spirit of Unity”. 2. Educational Objectives By the conclusion of these activities Scouts should achieve the following objectives: Become physically and mentally fit through water activities Foster friendships through water activities Learn about the risks and safety procedures involved in water activities Learn about the importance of water as a source of life 3. Programme Area and entry 4. Introduction of the venue W04 On-site:25m pool: Swimming, lifesaving W06 On-site:50m pool: Canoeing experience W07 On-site:Onsite Sea“Tsuki-no-Umi” 5. Special Activity During the on-site water module or free time, Scouts will have an opportunity to experience the Finnish traditional Sauna at the beach in the Jamboree site. Please bring own swim suits and towels. 23WSJ Programme Outline 25
Onsite Programme Free Time Activity There will be various walk-in activities that Scouts can enjoy during their free time. Such activities will include sports tournaments, an amateur radio workshop, exhibitions at the World Scout Centre, and cultural exchange programmes. 1. World Scout Centre At booths set up by National Scout Organizations, participants can learn about Scouting around the world. There will also be a display of Scout memorabilia (stamps, badges, commemorative items, etc.), exhibits about the activities of the Scout Association of Japan and the 24th World Scout Jamboree. This area will include also WOSM tent (Better World Tent). 2. Nature study and bird watching Participants will visit the Nature Study Center and learn about the diverse wildlife and vegetation of Jamboree site. During the Jamboree, this nature study center will be used as the start point of one of the off-site programmes in the morning, so that we recommend Scouts to visit in the afternoon. In addition, 1st, and 2nd of August are not available to visit all day long. Venue of Nature Study Center 3. Scout Soccer World Cup Scout Soccer World Cup is the tournament game of football (Soccer) which will encourage Scouts to deepen their friendship and compete through teamwork. There is an artificial grass ground for Rugby and Soccer. Scout Soccer World Cup will be held at this wonderful facility during the Jamboree. A patrol may contain different numbers of participants, 5 or 6 Scouts will be a team and play soccer by changing players. Patrols can apply to participate at the Sub Camp and play Soccer on designed date to each Sub Camp. 4. Amateur Radio Scouting There is special call sign for 23WSJ; 8N23WSJ. This call sign has following meaning. 8 is the letter for the special events in Japan, and N stands for Nippon which means Japan in Japanese. 23WSJ of course stands our jamboree itself. In addition, we plan to contact for an Astronaut on the International Space Station during the Jamboree under the programme of Amateur Radio on the International Space Station(ARISS) by NASA. 5. Swim Run Swim-Run competition will be held on the Beach at the Jamboree site on 1st August. This competition will be held with the co-operation of Yamaguchi Triathlon Union. Participants are required to have swimming skill for the course. We may be able to accept the Registration at the Jamboree site. Please note there are limited spaces for the competition and the participants will need to bring their own swim gear including Swim suit, and goggles. 26 23WSJ Programme Outline
Onsite Programme Faith and Beliefs 1. Outline The Faith and Belief (FAB) Zone is an area where Scouts can practice their own Faith in acts of worship and learn about the main religions of the World and "explore the invisible". The atmosphere is conducive to achieving peace of mind and self-awareness, and Scouts can reflect on their experiences at the Jamboree. Each Religion will have an area where Scouts can learn about what the followers of that Religion believe in and also take part in activities that will give them a better insight into that Faith. By learning about the Faiths of others and their religious practices, Scouts will gain a better insight into the fact that conflicts in the World that have a Religious connection, are caused by religious intolerance and that by celebrating our similarities, we can develop a broader, more illuminating perspective on such issues. Scouts will deepen their understanding of the relations between different Faiths through Religious dialogue. They will reaffirm their role as Messengers of Peace, cultivating durable friendships among Scouts from different backgrounds and thus work towards harmony. 2. Educational Objectives Recognise the importance of the spiritual dimension in Scouting Learn about the different religions in the world Reflect on their experiences and values in a peaceful atmosphere 3. Programme Duration From 9:00am-12:00pm / 2:00-5:00pm 4. Religious area There will be 12 different areas representing a variety of Religions and Faiths and Scouts will have the opportunity to practice their own Religious beliefs and also to explore different Faith backgrounds through the diversity on display in the FAB Zone. The following religions will be represented: Christianity (Catholicism, Protestant and Orthodox), Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Sikhism LDS (Latter Day Saints), Won Buddhism, Japanese Religions (Shinto, Konko kyo, Sekaikyusei Kyo and Tenri Kyo) 5. Faith and Belief Activities Scouts will have the opportunity to learn about each Religion and create something that is specific to each Faith. Examples include: wrist malas, dreidels, henna tattooing and icons. 23WSJ Programme Outline 27
Onsite Programme 6. Scouts’ Own Scouts will have their opportunity to express their individual belief system and gain greater insight into their faith background. By expressing their belief system they can reinforce the Scout Promise. During the Jamboree, the Unit Leader will conduct a Scouts’ Own every day. Every morning, Scouts can dialogue with fellow Scouts about how they can assist others and make plans to carry out these goals during the day. Nightly reflections will be a time at which they can discuss their attempts to carry out the morning goals with fellow Scouts. 7. Inter-Religious Ceremony On Sunday August 2nd at 9:00am, the Inter-Religious Ceremony will be conducted in the vicinity of the Arena. The Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in a ceremony according to their individual faith background. 28 23WSJ Programme Outline
Offsite Programme Off-site Programme Off-site Programme consists of 4 module programmes, including Community, Nature, Water and Peace. Programmes last one day and start early in the morning. Within these programmes, Scouts will travel by bus to three of the programmes and walk to either the Community or Nature programmes, which will be held around the Jamboree site. The Peace Module programme includes the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony and Nagasaki Peace Forum. They will be held from the 5th of August. Representative Scouts from each National Scout Organization will attend those programmes. The 4 Module Programmes Venue for offsite programme In the community module, Scouts will visit all 19 cities and towns in Yamaguchi Prefecture. And also Scouts will visit several cities in the Nature and Water modules. The Following map is of the venues for all off-site programme. 23WSJ Programme Outline 29
Offsite Programme Community 1. Outline Yamaguchi prefecture is located at the most western side of Japan’s main island. This prefecture has 19 cities and towns, and is famous for its cultural richness and its ever-changing natural beauty. The Community module activities will give Scouts the opportunity to visit all the 19 cities and towns of Yamaguchi. At each destination, Scouts will experience the local culture, architecture and industry while interacting with local people. This will create opportunities for Scouts to deepen their understanding of Japan in keeping with the theme of “Wa: a Spirit of Unity”. 2. Educational Objectives Familiarize themselves with the Japanese community by learning about its culture, and recognizing the differences between their own culture and the Japanese culture Strengthen communication skills and deepen friendship by interacting with the local people Visit an industrial facility or a historic site to learn more about the local community 3. Required items Scout Uniform, ID card, neckerchief, hat, SHIORI (outline sheet of each course), Participant handbook, water bottle, lunch, rainwear, writing instruments, pocket money in Japanese yen, things from home to introduce your country. Note: Please wear shoes, not sandals. 4. How to act in an emergency In case of emergency, accompanying Unit leaders are required work with the staff of Off-site programme department and local staff who are wearing a cap marked “staff”. In addition, the person who is in charge of the course will contact the appropriate authorities or hospitals according to the risk management flowchart. 5. How to know the destination At the unit leaders meeting in the Sub Camp, staff distribute Shiori, a course instruction sheet to unit leaders to explain about the outline of the course. Shiori includes the destination of the course, departure time, schedule, what to bring and what to wear. 30 23WSJ Programme Outline
Offsite Programme 6. Community module programme flow Assembly and Admission Gather at the Main Parking area with your patrol members before the bus departure time written on SHIORI sheet. Make sure to wear ID card and Scout Uniform. Boarding and Departure Make sure to board the bus which has the same course number (bus number) as your SHIORI. The bus will depart between 7:00 to 9:00am depending on each destination. Soon after the bus departure, the IST will explain the content and aims of the day’s programme. That will increase the Scouts understanding before engaging in any activities. Decide in advance one or two representative Scouts to officially make the greetings. Arrival and Beginning of Activities The Scouts will visit a local school, manufacturing plant, or sightseeing locations. At the location, the Scouts will follow instructions on the IST. Depending on the time and programme, Scouts will have lunch on the bus as they go to the next destination. Departure Make sure to board the designated bus. Some of the buses may be different to the one which was used for arrival. The bus will return to the Jamboree site. Arriving at Jamboree site All buses arrive at Jamboree site by 5:00pm. After arrival at the Jamboree site, staff will confirm the Scouts return by their ID cards reading. After returning to Sub Camp, Scouts will share their day’s experiences with other Scouts and leaders. 7. The Bus departure area for the Community Programme In the following picture, the location of the bus departure area for the Community is indicated in the main parking area. At this location, there will be a bus for each destination in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Make sure to board the correct bus for your specific destination. 23WSJ Programme Outline 31
Offsite Programme 8. The features of 19 cities and towns C01 <Shimonoseki City> Shimonoseki City has prospered as “The Gateway to Japan” for a very long time. Nicknamed the “Fugu Capital”, it is known for the locally caught blowfish and is the largest harvester of the puffer fish in Japan. It is a core city that offers beautiful nature, rich culture and history. It has the largest population in Yamaguchi prefecture: about 280,000 people. More than six million tourists visit here every year. Activities: School visit, aquarium tour, milk factory tour, etc. C02 <Ube City> Ube is served by an airport and over a dozen local train stations. Ube City is known as an industrial city. The largest sculptures in Japan can be seen at the Tokiwa Lake, the international outdoor sculpture competition venue. With the boost of coal mining around Ube area in the 1870s, the population increased rapidly. The lonely village which changed into a “city”, skipped becoming a “town”. It is rare case in Japan. Activities: School visit, visit the botanical garden, etc. C03 <Yamaguchi City>Yamaguchi City, which has the Jamboree site, is the prefectural capital of the Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is blessed with rich greeneries and clean water. Many historical and cultural resources of in the middle ages still remain today. This city also has charming sightseeing spots: Yudaonsen hot springs, Rurikoji Temple, Sesshu Garden, and Ichinosakagawa River. Activities: School visit, visit the Kozan Park, etc. C04 <Hagi City> Hagi is a small city facing the Sea of Japan. The main charms of Hagi are the ruins of the Hagi castle, castle site, its old castle town, and the historic sites of the samurai who overthrew the feudal government. Shoin Yoshida (1830-1859) who was a samurai with radical thoughts opened a school, and produced many samurai to create a new modern nation. Activities: School visit, visit the Hagi museum, etc. C05 <Hofu City> Hofu City is facing the Seto Inland Sea. This historical city was the ancient province in the eastern part of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Hofu City had prospered as a commercial, transportation, and salt production city. Now they are trying to get more tourists to the historical drama museum, Hanamoyu-kan. Activities: School visit, visit the Hofu shrine, etc. C06 <Kudamatsu City> The fabulous view of the Inland Sea, known as “the Aegean Sea in Japan”, can be seen from Kasadojima Island, Kudamatsu City. This industrial city has prospered from its thriving shipyard and railway vehicle industries. The latest Shinkansen vehicles exported to the UK are also made here. The city has recently invested in flounder, aquaculture and herb cultivation. Activities: School visit, visit the Japanese Mars; Hanaoka shrine, etc. 32 23WSJ Programme Outline
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