MemberKenneth Shock
Member2 Weeks in Japan: When should I go?
Hello! My wife and I have finally chosen 2026 as the year we are going to go to Japan for two weeks.
Tokyo -> Kyoto -> Osaka -> Hiroshima -> Tokyo.
We’ve thought about three time periods we could go: April (for cherry blossoms), September (fall foliage) or December (Christmas). I have a type of slow progressing ALS and I’m in a power…
Reply to Mobility Scooter Charging Question
Your charger (as pictured above) should work fine in Japan. Japan uses the same AC standards (110V/15 Amps) and outlets as the US and Canada does. You may need an adapter if your outlet is Type A (two prongs) and the cord on the charger is grounded (three prongs – Type B).
Reply to wheel chair taxis (for electric chair) and tour options
Wheelchair taxis in Japan are reported to be extremely expensive. As far as Tokyo goes, the light rail system is excellent and Akihabara station should be accessible for an electric wheelchair.
