
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: Advice about travelling with some mobility issues in Japan
I’m sort of answering your question sideways, but: there are services in Japan that you can pay to deliver your luggage so that you don’t have to deal with it all yourself! It’s obviously more expensive, so that’s a trade off.
There are also coin lockers at many train stations — my plan for my upcoming trip, since we’re flying in and out of Tokyo, is to use that as a sort of “base camp”. We’re going to downsize the luggage we take with us on the train, by stashing at least one bag in a locker, and then come back to our additional stuff when we come back into town.