MemberCharlie
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Hi
They are becoming rarer because, in addition to being scary, they take a lot to operate.
It requires 2 staff – one to operate it and one to stop people from trying to ride it. Once they put it in the wheelchair mode, the steps do one full rotation then stop. After getting on it moves slower than normal. So, it takes a long time, uses a…
Reply to Yokohama train station assistance
I am pretty sure every station has a wheelchair since they need to be prepared for a variety of situations (ie an elderly person fell, someone got heatstroke, etc).
But I would be sure to arrive with plenty of time as they might need to go fetch it from somewhere.
You may also consider renting a wheelchair for the time you are here.
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,…
Josh Grisdale posted an update in the group
a year agoJapan a year agoOff to Karuizawa!
Trying out the accessible Green Car (first class). Nice accessible toilet and the space next to the seat is big enough for my power wheelchair.
Reply to Power Wheelchair Rental within 2-3 weeks?
Just an update that I have contacted the Accessibility Policy department at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transportation and Tourism. They have asked for an explanation from the airline via the airport and airline department.
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