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Looking to travel to Japan and need accessibility information? Join our group discussion on accessible travel in Japan and discover the best tips and tricks.
The Japan group is a community of travelers who are passionate about exploring Japan and sharing their experiences with others. This group is dedicated to discussing all aspects of accessible travel in Japan, including accommodations, transportation, tourist attractions, and cultural experiences, as well as links to accessible travel companies and organizations.
Whether you have been here a million times or planning your first visit, the Japan group is a welcoming community that offers support and encouragement for travelers of all abilities. By sharing their experiences and knowledge, members of the group are helping to make travel in Japan more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
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Hi Zachary,
Just to let you know to study and work in Japan, the below websites can provide you all the required information:
Accessible Japan This Website gives wheelchair users the latest useful information to visit attractive places in major parts of Japan.
Independent Living in Japan Articles and resources on the IL situation in Japan from the Asia Disability Institute.
Japanese resources on Independent Living Information Resources for People with Disabilities in Japan.Also, for Visas and Permits for Japan there are 27 different categories of residential status are available for the foreigner’s stay in Japan. You need to apply for a visa or a residence permit for visiting students. For details regarding visas consult an embassy or a consulate. A list of overseas Japanese embassy or consular offices (http://www.mofa.go.jp/about/emb_cons/mofaserv.html).
Further, to understand the Disability Related Legislation in Japan below is the link which provides you all the information relating to the same (this covers everything you need to know about disability related programs in Japan):
https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/ssb/v70n1/v70n1p61.html
Hope this helps.