No clue, Jim, but you might try posting your question in the "Hiking in Japan" Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/9872778764/).
Or if you need an immediate answer, you can call (or skype) the Tourist Info Center @ +81-3-3201-3331 (Daily (including Sundays) from 9:00 to 17:00...MDT+15 = Japan time).
Maybe they can help you.
Best wishes....
Gary Sun. 8:05 am (The TIC will be open in about an hour)
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