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Looking to travel to Japan and need accessibility information? Join our group discussion on accessible travel in Japan and discover the best tips and tricks.
The Japan group is a community of travelers who are passionate about exploring Japan and sharing their experiences with others. This group is dedicated to discussing all aspects of accessible travel in Japan, including accommodations, transportation, tourist attractions, and cultural experiences, as well as links to accessible travel companies and organizations.
Whether you have been here a million times or planning your first visit, the Japan group is a welcoming community that offers support and encouragement for travelers of all abilities. By sharing their experiences and knowledge, members of the group are helping to make travel in Japan more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Reply To: What is the procedure for getting the rugular trains
Hello,
Here is the general proceedure: https://www.accessible-japan.com/wheelchair-accessible-trains-and-subways-in-japan/
For JR, you need to wait at the ticket gate after telling the staff where you want to go until someone comes to guide you. So, buy ticket (if not JR Pass) → give it to staff at slightly wider ticket gate (or show JR Pass) → tell staff where you want to go → wait on other side of ticket booth for someone to come.
The response time can vary a lot depending on the station. Since over 4 million people go through Shinjuku station every day… you tend to be made to wait. Even at Shinjuku it can vary from 5-20 minutes depending on time of day etc.