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Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Mobility scooters or wheelchairs in the forum Japan 8 weeks ago
Mobility scooters or wheelchairs
There are no limiting issues for wheelchairs, but scooters can be a bit limited on certain trains/stations due to the turning radius. You can see some of the rules here: https://www.accessible-japan.com/mobility-scooters-japan/
As for leaving it outside a shop, while you can ask them about a good place to leave it, it wouldn’t really be the shop…
jeri started the discussion Mobility scooters or wheelchairs in the forum Japan 8 weeks ago
Mobility scooters or wheelchairs
I’ve been told Japan has strict restrictions about bringing mobile wheelchairs or scooters from out of the country. We are going to Tokyo Osaka Kyoto and Hiroshima. I’ve found a lightweight motorized wheelchair that might be ok but wondered if there are places to rent in those cities. Need something to keep up with my family when walking any…
I need a power wheelchair or scooter for any distance. Our travel agent seems to think we could have difficulty or need a special license. Any info will be helpful. Going to Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima. Thank you!
3 CommentsView more commentsWhen I emailed the govt section dealing with special licensing they basically said that wheelchair was okay but I recommend you email them to confirm this for yourself.
they are particularly interested in the medications and medical supplies and equipment. I had to list out each item and get approval. I also need a doctors letter to prove the disability.
Hi, I live in Japan and use a foreign made power wheelchair and before moving here I brought my wheelchair numerous times. So, there should be no problem there.
Scooters on the other hand, while they don’t need a license, they can be a bit more limited in where you can use them.
You can read more here: …
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HImom replied to the discussion New Year in Osaka in the forum Japan 2 months ago
We did Tokyo disney and sea, they don’t close. Other places, you need to check carefully. The close before and after the new years.
Anne replied to the discussion New Year in Osaka in the forum Japan 2 months ago
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