
Group Description
Connect with travelers with disabilities and welcoming locals, offering tips on accessible hotels, wheelchair-friendly attractions, and transportation in Japan. From Tokyo’s bustling Shibuya Crossing and historic Asakusa to Kyoto’s golden Kinkaku-ji, Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, and the hot springs of Hakone, whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this is the place to ask about accommodations, getting around, or inclusive activities – someone here has likely experienced it before. You’ll find personal stories, travel tips, and recommendations for cultural, historical, and nature experiences. This group supports mobility aid users, along with travelers who have sensory sensitivities, low vision, and hearing loss, helping you enjoy a more accessible Japan adventure.
Reply To: Barrier free ways to visit Okunoshima?
Thank you for the response!
As Suzanne mentioned, coming from the Shikoku side is harder because you would need to take a car/bus etc. If you come from Honshu there is a train to near where the port is. However, since the platforms are connected by a bridge, it is possible only one direction is accessible (because you need to cross to the other side to go the other direction). If that is the case, it may just mean that you travel to the next station and then reverse directions there.
On a different note, she is too humble to tell you, but Suzanne wrote a great book on her travels around the Inland Sea with her daughter. You should definitely read it!
Here is the review from our website: A Girl’s Guide To The Islands
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