Former Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme participants (JET program) could be tapped to improve English-language information at cultural landmarks under a proposal being considered by the Cultural Affairs Agency.
Enlisting the help of former JET program alumni will be mentioned in a report on how to improve English-language signs, fliers and other information for cultural assets such as temples and shrines, the agency said Tuesday.
The report will be released at the end of this month, said Miyuki Tajima, an official with the agency. She noted that municipal governments will be encouraged to find ways to make such facilities more user-friendly for foreign visitors.