
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: Question about a summit for disabled leaders
Hi again,
OK, I talked to some people heavily involved with the independent living movement. He wondered if you are thinking of the Global Independent Living Summit (https://www.ncil.org/2017-annual-conference-on-independent-living/global-il-summit/). The past summit had a presentation from the Japan IL:
Individuals from Japan Council on Independent Living Centers (JIL) will lead this exciting discussion on the IL Movement in Japan and East Asia. We must work together to achieve global solidarity.
Please join us to learn how we can reach across borders and work together to expand the IL Movement!At this year’s summit they established The World Independent Living Network to connect Independent Living leaders from around the world and Japan is playing a leading role:
NCIL and the Japanese national Independent Living organisation (JIL) will provide a Secretariat for WIN in the initial phase, until the headquarters are established. ENIL will serve as the European focal point, together with NCIL for the North America, JIL for Japan, Pakistan (or Nepal) for Asia, South Africa for Africa, Bolivia (or Costa Rica) for the South America. Additional focal points will be allocated at the national level.
http://enil.eu/news/working-together-establish-world-independent-living-network-win/But otherwise he didn’t know of any yearly international summits in Japan.