I’ve never heard of them…

You may want to partner with someone “on the ground” as you may have some issues delivering to a hotel from them. But, worth a try!

The other thing you may want to keep in mind is getting it repaired back in Türkiye. Just check that the tire sizes are available etc. You don’t want to bring it back, get a puncture…

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Thanks for the reply Josh. I have come up to hukusi-orosi.jp website. Their catalogue looks more within our budget and needs. Any chance you know of this website?🙏

Depending what you want, there are actually many manual wheelchairs sold on Amazon in Japan. If you aren’t looking for anything custom, I’ve heard of people having items delivered to their hotel.

A well known shop is called Abilities – https://www.abilities.jp/techno-aid/fukusiyougu/mobility – think they have an Osaka show room.

@tak is based…

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I have had to park my wheelchair outside restaurants before and they even covered it with a cloth so it wouldn’t get dust on it! I found Japan to very safe and you should have no issues as long as it’s not in the way.

I joined this group for the same reasons. I’m going to Japan next year in October. Flying to Tokyo then a cruise stops at quite a few ports where we can get off for the day. I’ve been terrified as I have paid my deposit and travel insurance and since then have been worried how I’ll get around. I use a walker at home and I have a car that I…

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