
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: Disability Discounts in Japan
I think that will depend on the place you’re visiting. I’ll be visiting the making of Harry Potter and team labs borderless both of which have accessibility ticketing.
I reached out to both and both have different stipulations. Team labs simply requires a piece of ID that has the word Disability printed on it, whereas the making of Harry Potter uses the Disability handbook, which is only available in Japan. I sent them an email with pictures of my CNIB card as well as the idea I received when being paired with my Seeing Eye dog, both of which state that I’m legally blind. They confirmed that that would be excepted, but I’m not exactly gonna hold my breath until I’m there. I am also keeping the email chain as proof if I encounter any pushback. Your best bet would be to reach out to each individual experience/company, after all depending where you are in Japan they may not be able to read English