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Hi! We are super-happy to have you here as well!
Yeah, Google loves the bullet train and in terms of transfers, that likely is the smoothest route. However(!) it should be noted that the vast majority of highway coach buses are not accessible. You can store your wheelchair in the luggage area if needed, but you will need to be able to climb…
Reply to Support worker/carer for wheelchair traveller
Hello,
I only know of one company that can offer care attendants: https://caregiver-japan.com/
Hoists can be arranged as well. I would really suggest a travel agent like @ohayotravel
John SkevofilaxReply to Tokyo vs Kyoto for Hanami, Japanese Theater, and Geisha
Excellent points by Justin.
If your main focus is hanami, you can find it in any city. However, I would say Kyoto is more pink than Tokyo.
Also, as Justin mentioned, it is a bit harder to get around. I would add that Kyoto is in a valley surrounded by hills making some areas rather hilly. Tokyo is much flatter.
However, I think there are ways…
Reply to Wheelchair accessible restaurants in Tokyo and Kyoto
Great suggestion @ohayotravel and it reminds me of Shibuya Yokocho under Miyashita Park. The inside is a bit tight, but outside seating is possible as well. There is an accessible toilet too.
https://en.japantravel.com/tokyo/shibuya-yokocho-a-daily-food-festival/63435
Ame Yokocho in Ueno also has a number of places with outdoor seating.
Reply to Service Dog Traveling To Japan
Hi
@ohayotravel did an amazing job, but will add one more link for you to check out:
https://www.moudouken.net/en/visiting-japan.php
I should also warn you, even for people from Japan with fully certified service dogs are still often refused entry at some locations like restaurants. It is illegal to do so, but most stores/restaurants aren’t aware…
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