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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.
Reply To: Japan as a power wheelchair user
My husband and I were in Japan in April/May 2024 and landed at Narita airport. He is in a wheelchair and unable to walk or stand at all. We only brought his manual wheelchair. Disembarking the plane was pretty standard. They sent 2 people to assist him into the aisle chair which was the same as ones we had used in Canada. We had left his manual wheelchair at the door of the plane to be put in the hold at the last minute so his chair was at the door of the plane when we deplaned waiting for us. He transferred from the aisle chair to his own chair at the door of the plane. I’m not sure how long it would take to get the chair if you check it with regular luggage. As expected we were the last people off the plane but it was definitely a good experience.
I’m not sure what your destination is from Narita. We were going to Yokohama and used One Trail Transcare from Narita. https://www.onetrail-yokohama.com/english/ He was amazing and super helpful. He also does tours from Yokohama. However, if you’re going to Tokyo I don’t think he could help. If you would like more information, let me know. I hope this information was useful.