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While the language school likely won’t be able provide it there are places that could lend you a magnifying device (or similar devices). A guy at my office uses one like this
https://www.aph.org/product/jupiter-portable-magnifier/
@bookman do you have any study abroad friends who might be able to help?
Reply to Square Enix Artnia Store and Cafe wheelchair accessibility
Hi!
I haven’t been but @bookman has been?
Yeah, all of the images show stairs… but there are many times where the accessible entrance is a side door – so there is hope.
I won’t likely have a chance to visit before you come but will give them a call after the holiday finishes.
Reply to Universal design in Japan.
We definitely want to bring @bookman into this!
But, should also ask – do you speak Japanese? Most publications are likely only in Japanese…
Congratulations to @bookman whose article on Accessible Japan was cited in an academic journal from MIT!!
http://mediatheoryjournal.org/paul-roquet-telepresence-enclosure/
mediatheoryjournal.org
Paul Roquet: Telepresence Enclosure
Abstract Virtual reality proponents often promise the technology will allow a more fully embodied sense of presence at a distance, or what researchers have called ‘telepresence.’ Departing from tel…
Really enjoyed this talk by my friend @bookman
Interesting to think about the connection between disability policy and tourism. In our case (Mark and I), the policy has a very direct connection with the tourism from the Olympics and Paralympics.
What about in your country?
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@bookman , are you related to the mapping group mentioned in the video?
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