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MemberReply to Getting to Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi from Gotemba
Spring and Fuji-san, that could be a beautiful time to go! I’m looking forward to hearing about it.
-Justin
Reply to Getting to Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi from Gotemba
Hello Nicola,
I have some information that may be useful to you for exploring around Lake Kawaguchi area as well as Lake Saiko. I was in the area myself a few months ago and specifically went to go see Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba (I highly recommend it, very accessible and beautiful view of Fuji-san on a clear day, see attached picture), I had…
Josh GrisdaleReply to Carrying Cash or Card
Hello Nick,
Credit cards are usually accepted at hotels, big franchise restaurants, supermarkets/grocery stores (if they aren’t tiny), department/mall stores, and just about every expensive high-end shop. I also have found that most convenience stores (7&I Holdings, Lawson, Family Mart) in the city take credit cards as well (my guess is this is…
Concerned about a wheelchair breakdown in Japan? Don’t worry! Our latest blog guides you through handling such situations with practical tips and resources. Stay prepared and enjoy your trip!
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Handling Wheelchair Breakdowns While Staying in Japan – Accessible Japan
Explore essential tips for wheelchair maintenance and repair while traveling in Japan, including pre-trip checks, must-have products, and emergency contacts.
alliejay, sarahjoan83 and 2 others1 Comment-
Very helpful. Something that just occurred to me with my particular chair (manual travel chair with foot rests that pop off) is using zip ties. I live in fear of the foot rests popping off when the chair is being handled by airport staff so for the next trip, I will tie those down with zip ties to make sure the pieces stay together even if…
Reply to Porter Service at Narita Airport
Hi Kathie,
Firstly if you haven’t, before your flight make sure your flight ticket is marked as needing Wheelchair Assistance, sometimes under “special assistance” (I recommend talking with your airline company directly to ensure this). This typically will let the airport attendants in Japan know in advance that you will need help, which they…- Load More
