
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: Travel Wheelchairs
Hi! I assume you are in the US so the link I am sending is American.
This is the one I have used the last few years (I have MS, and I am partially ambulatory so I check my wheelchair in at the aircraft door).
its very light and folds down pretty well. While I have been lucky to never had it damaged by an airline, I would advise to keep the removable foot rests tied with tie wraps so they don’t fall
off in transit.
i can push myself in this one but my husband does most of the pushing. We have found it’s reasonably comfortable and handles most relatively even surfaces well. For the most part, when it comes to sand or cobble stones we’d all much rather have a hover craft, right? 🤣