The 15th World Jamboree, which was due to be held in Iran in 1979, was cancelled because of a political issue. Join in Jamboree (JIJ) was distributed to the participants for use in their own countries. This marked the beginning of JIJ. For subsequent World Scout Jamborees (WSJs), since the number of participating Scouts is limited, JIJ has been provided so that those unable to participate are able to experience the Jamboree programme. Furthermore, as participants need to familiarize themselves with many aspects of the Jamboree before they visit the country where the WSJ is being held, JIJ is also a useful tool for participants preparing for the WSJ.What you can get from this Programme Guide? 1. Basic information about the Jamboree 2. An experience of Jamboree Programme 3. Basic knowledge of Japan and its culture What is “Join in Jamboree”? The 15th World Jamboree, which was due to be held in Iran in 1979, was cancelled because of a political issue. Join in Jamboree (JIJ) was distributed to the participants for use in their own countries. This marked the beginning of JIJ. For subsequent World Scout Jamborees (WSJs), since the number of participating Scouts is limited, JIJ has been provided so that those unable to participate are able to experience the Jamboree programme. Furthermore, as participants need to familiarize themselves with many aspects of the Jamboree before they visit the country where the WSJ is being held, JIJ is also a useful tool for participants preparing for the WSJ. What is “Join in Jamboree”?