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Member“Since users can check slopes in advance, it will be easier for them to get to their destinations. This will be useful in promoting accessible tourism,” said Takaaki Chin, director of the Hyogo institute.
mainichi.jp
Kobe lab, tech firm developing map app to check slope safety for wheelchair users - The Mainichi
KOBE -- A prototype app that determines route safety for wheelchair users has been jointly developed by a lab and a tech firm in this west Japan city.
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Very important in a mountainous country like Japan!
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Agreed! Similarly, I have been saved by google street view when planning a route to an important meeting, but the issue wasn’t visible on the maps view. The shortest route had me going up a stairway with dozens of steps, if I hadn’t double checked it the detour may of made me late. An app like this would be welcome.
Tips for cobblestone and bumpy surfaces in a wheelchair
Does anyone have some tips or advice for dealing with cobblestone (or other bumpy surfaces) in a wheelchair?
We don’t really have much cobblestone in Japan (though there is some!), many temples and shrines have pathways made of large stones. It doesn’t bother my backside too much, but I find my feet frequently fall off my footrests!
So,…
Certainly some good reasons to make Spain your next accessible vacation!
euroweeklynews.com
Accessible Spain: A Guide To The Top Cities and Sights For People With Disabilities
Some great ideas for a trip to Egypt as a wheelchair user!
curbfreewithcorylee.com
Wheelchair Accessible Cairo Egypt: How to Enjoy the City
If you dream of a wheelchair accessible trip to Egypt, this blog post is the perfect place to start planning your trip.
Have you been to Malaysia? Hopefully this app will help on your next visit!
https://says.com/my/tech/inclucity-kl-safe-space-people-with-disabilities/
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