Yamanashi to offer Mt. Fuji climbing certificates in multiple languages
The Yamanashi Prefecture Tourist Association is hoping that offering Mt. Fuji climbing certificates in multiple languages will draw foreign tourists to their climbing routes (as opposed to the Shizuoka Prefecture routes):
As the present A5-sized certificate uses mainly Japanese characters, it has not been popular with foreign climbers. Beginning this summer, the certificate will be enlarged to B5 size and the background will be filled with an image of Mt. Fuji. Recipients of the certificate will be able to choose from four different languages, including English and Chinese.
The number of foreign climbers of Mt. Fuji has steadily risen. Last year alone, out of 305,000 climbers, 30 percent were foreigners.
Information on how to apply for the certificate, can be found on their official homepage.
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