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MemberAccessible Japan replied to the discussion Wheelchair accommodation for 6 months in the forum Japan 5 years ago
Wheelchair accommodation for 6 months
Hello,
Yes, a hotel would be out of the question for sure. There are Airbnbs that may work and a local version from Rakuten – https://vacation-stay.com/  (maybe @hemanthraz can comment since he works there).
My I ask what your visit is for? Since a regular tourist visa only lasts 3 months, I assume you are coming to study? If so, your… Read more
Accessible Japan replied to the discussion Contemporary Museum and Tokyo Disney in the forum Japan 5 years ago
Contemporary Museum and Tokyo Disney
Thank you for the clarification. I use a 130kg (286lb) wheelchair. The vast majority of train stations have elevators, but some have stair climbers that have a limit of 200kg (440lb), but they are very rare.
Accessible Japan replied to the discussion Contemporary Museum and Tokyo Disney in the forum Japan 5 years ago
Contemporary Museum and Tokyo Disney
Hello,
Since you plan to be going to the Contemporary Museum then it is likely your best option. Here is their accessible room:Â https://www.hotel-east21.co.jp/en/stay/rooms/barrier-free.php
In general, shuttle buses are not accessible.
Kamakura is great, but there are a lot of places that are not accessible and the hills can be quite steep. … Read more
Accessible Japan replied to the discussion Toilets with hoists in Japan? in the forum Japan 5 years ago
Accessible Japan replied to the discussion Olympics Travel next year in the forum Japan 5 years ago
Hello
Unfortunately, roll-in showers are nearly non-existent in Japan.
These are not necessarily in your desired area, but there really isn’t much choice – and even these ones may not work for your needs. But, you may want to try the following:
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