
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: Blind College Student Visiting Tokyo
I am still hoping to find someone who speaks English who could meet with my college student who is visually impaired on May 6 in the Shinjuku area. We are from Michigan in the U.S. My students are studying the religion and culture of Japan. My student, Jeff, is very interested in how people who are visually impaired live and work in Japan. I realize May 6 is a holiday but I am hoping someone would be willing to spend the day or part of the day with him. Any assistance would be appreciated. I am not very tech savy. If possible, please email me directly mfales@olivetcollege.edu Thanks for your help. Prof. Michael Fales, Olivet College, Olivet, Michigan USA.