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Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Renting a WAV in the forum Japan 11 months ago
Hi! I run tabifolk – glad to have you here!
Yes, you can rent vans with ramps out of the back at various rental places. Be sure to check if it can hold your power wheelchair though as they may be smaller or have a lower roof than expected. Also, some places may not let you rent in one place and return it to another place.
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Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Cost of wheelchair rental in the forum Japan 11 months ago
You can send us a request here! https://www.accessible-japan.com/renting-wheelchairs-hoists-japan/
Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Disability certificate in the forum Japan 11 months ago
Hello,
Disability certificates are really only useful for tourist sites, not the train.
For a local train, no reservations are needed, you can just show up and ask for assistance.
For the Shinkansen or other reserved seating trains, you will need to book in advance. Having a translation of your disability letter can help, but not…
Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion Osaka Den Den in the forum Japan 11 months ago
wilgo replied to the discussion Japan wheelchair taxi on Go app? in the forum Japan 11 months ago
Japan wheelchair taxi on Go app?
It’s possible.
https://support.go.goinc.jp/hc/en-us/articles/25883320478745-What-is-Ride-PreferencesBut it’s not perfect options because of wheelchair specifications and driver’s skills to set up ramp. Additionally taxies would be Japan Taxi, not Van type vehicle in most cases.
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