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Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Miyako Public Transportation Accessibility in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Miyako Public Transportation Accessibility
Hi,
So, the usual database I use for wheelchair taxis didn’t have any listed for Miyako. But I found a list on the web, but it only has phone numbers and feels dubious: https://multi-taxi.info/list/?citylist_id=230
The Iwate travel portal site has a page for accessible travel but it just lists hotels (https://iwatetabi.jp/barrierfree/) and is…
schroth-sensei replied to the discussion Mt Fuji from Fujikawaguchiko in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Hello Bren,
I couldn’t find your hotel exactly but the one in the attached image seems to be it. According to Google it’s only about 36mins using the local buses and on foot. I have used the buses in this area, and they are accessible, inexpensive, and may be easier than finding an accessible taxi in the area. They run often in different…
sarahjoan83 replied to the discussion Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan
Thank you for your reply.
Yes, my wheelchair is powered, but it’s light and folds up.
My walker folds up as well.
schroth-sensei replied to the discussion Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan
Hello Sarah,
Short answer, it shouldn’t be any real issue bringing both (beyond you and your caregiver/husband physically bringing them).
First, make sure your flight tickets are flagged for “wheelchair assistance” so they know you’re coming with one. When you are at baggage check-in they will want information about your walker and…
sarahjoan83 started the discussion Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan
Hey guys,
My husband wants to know… how exactly do we travel with both my walker and wheelchair to get them with us while we are there?
I mean, would it be best to travel with just my wheelchair (I prefer to use my walker when I can)
What’re the chances that they lose them? That’s a huge fear of mine .
The only place I ever traveled to was…
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