MemberRachel chen
MemberReply to Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan
Glad I could help.
It may be best to assume both have to be put in cargo when you hand them over at the airplane, as the available in-cabin storage will vary by plane, airline, etc. Nevertheless, I recommend calling your airline directly and asking this, and they can also help you gather the necessary information about your equipment ahead of…Reply to Mt Fuji from Fujikawaguchiko
Hello Bren,
I couldn’t find your hotel exactly but the one in the attached image seems to be it. According to Google it’s only about 36mins using the local buses and on foot. I have used the buses in this area, and they are accessible, inexpensive, and may be easier than finding an accessible taxi in the area. They run often in different…
Reply to Ok about getting my walker/wheelchair to Japan
Hello Sarah,
Short answer, it shouldn’t be any real issue bringing both (beyond you and your caregiver/husband physically bringing them).
First, make sure your flight tickets are flagged for “wheelchair assistance” so they know you’re coming with one. When you are at baggage check-in they will want information about your walker and…
Reply to take train in wheelchair
Hello Jul,
Just to clarify. While you can book tickets without reserving seats, if someone who boards at a later part of the trip does reserve the seats and/or wheelchair space you happen to be sitting in, then you have to move to another space that is open. This could be very problematic for a wheelchair user as the walkways to accessible…
Reply to take train in wheelchair
Hello Farid,
Some limited and/or express trains may require special tickets to ride that need to be pre-purchased (this also includes Shinkansen/bullet trains). I ran into this while trying to go to Saiko Iyashi-no-seto Nenba [Traditional Japanese Village] and ride the Fuji Excursion (Chou line), as the alternative non-city sightseeing buses…
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