
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: Shin Osaka station to universal studios
That’s true. Assistance at JR stations is not usually as fast as in subway stations. At smaller stations you have to wait a train at most, but at bigger stations you may have to wait more. Once at Shinjuku, as I was used to smaller waiting times, I got really worried that I’d miss the connection with my Shinkansen, as I was left waiting for nearly 30 minutes…