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Kathie started the discussion Miyako Public Transportation Accessibility in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Miyako Public Transportation Accessibility
My husband is a full time wheelchair user – he is unable to stand or walk at all, no steps. Does anyone know if the public transportation system in Miyako has wheelchair accessible buses or trams with lifts? Or are there wheelchair accessible taxis available? We are looking for a way to get from the cruise terminal to either Jodogahama or…
Kathie replied to the discussion Hakodate Public Transportation in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Hakodate Public Transportation in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Hakodate Public Transportation
I visited a few years ago and took the tram once. The newer 8101-model trams have a lowered floor and ramp, but not every tram stop is accessible since the platform is very narrow and there isn’t room to lower the ramp etc.
The city website says the following stops are…
Kathie replied to the discussion Hakodate Public Transportation in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Don replied to the discussion Hakodate Public Transportation in the forum Japan 7 months ago
Hakodate Public Transportation
I never tried to use buses or trams in Hakodate when we visited last year but I don’t think they are wheelchair accessible. At least the city is flat (aside from the famous mountain) and there is quite a bit to see in the central area. It does help if you like sushi and sashimi though!
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