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8Boru replied to the discussion Airplane transfer question in the forum Japan 3 months ago
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I weigh 52kg so they used a portable sling under me to lift me. It was a good experience in Japan. Although I had to bring my own sling. Idk if they’ve a hoist in airport
Freedk started the discussion Airplane transfer question in the forum Japan 3 months ago
Does anyone know how they transfer you from your seat to wheelchair if you cannot weight bear im 6 ft and about 120kg so lifting might be hard but was curious as i do want to visit japan, i have only ever been to airports that have had a hoist. also have called the airport and airline but they don’t seem to give a straight answer . all i know…
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How much walking/ rolling we would be doing. Next time my husband will get good quality gloves (he is a manual wheelchair user) to protect his hands.
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When booking a hotel room triple check that they have reserved your disabled room . Do it constantly leading up to your trip .Contact the hotel direct to check even if you have booked through an agent. Ask for photos of the room to satisfy your needs . I speak with experience as we booked the Kimpton Tokyo .They only have one disabled room.…
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Nick replied to the discussion Haneda to hotel in the forum Japan 3 months ago
We used Wilgo transport . Jun is such a nice guy. He has a wheelchair accessible vehicle that has a ramp that the person can just wheel straight on the vehicle and room for suitcases as well . As with Japan it’s expensive for private hire but worth the extra cost just to have total peace of mind. After all it’s a holiday so enjoy.
disneyanytimeMsChanChan replied to the discussion Haneda to hotel in the forum Japan 3 months ago
You may consider sending your suitcases from airport to hotel directly. They may arrive on the same day or next day. Check “baggage delivery service” in Haneda’s website.
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