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Japan’s first new tram system in 75 years began operating north of Tokyo on Saturday, with features designed to make it easy to access for the elderly and wheelchair users as Japan’s society grays.”
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Japan's 1st new tram in 75 years starts operating in Tochigi
Japan's first new tram system in 75 years began operating north of Tokyo on Saturday, with features designed to make it easy to access for the elderly and wheelchair users as Japan's society grays. The so-called next-generation tram system in … Continue reading
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I would have liked to see pictures of it in operation
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Off to see some fireworks 🎆
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Love seeing accessible toilets at events!
Hopefully they can come up with more creative solutions for increasing revenue (like the combined post office/train station etc. instead of limiting movement and require advanced booking for wheelchair ramps.
Not only will advanced booking add extra effort and planning for riders with a disability, adding in the language barrier for visitors…
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Rise in Japan's unmanned rail stations creating concerns
Amid a declining population, an increasing number of stations on Japan's local train lines are switching to unmanned operations as railway companies target the bottom line amid decreasing passenger numbers. The trend is evident even among the nation's biggest operators, … Continue reading
My son uses an electric wheelchair and I wanted to know what kind of converter I need in Japan so that we can charge his chair. any help is appreciated.
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These worked wonderfully for me! https://a.co/d/hyVFMd4
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If it’s an American 3-prong plug, then you’ll need like what Jason recommended (or ask your wheelchair provider if they can get a 2-prong). However, if it’s an American 2-prong plug (like my charger), then you can just plug it in without a problem. If it’s other type of plugs then you’ll need an adapter.
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Has anyone in a wheelchair been to Shiraito Falls? I’m wondering how do-able it is and if anyone has any advice.
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I have not been myself, however I was trying to find more information and found that there are at least 4 Shiraito Falls (a couple near Fuji-san, and the others farther away). Do you know which specifically or have more information?
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