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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: Northern Japan in summer
I just came back from Sapporo and Hakodate. The hotels are much less accessible than those in Tokyo. I recommend going to the top of Mount Hakodate at Sunset to see the city at night. Most restaurants are not accessible, but some of the newer ones by the hotels Have larger access points without stairs, where you can eat there Ramen and local dishes. Hako date does not have a subway, And I did Not use the public transportation just taxis and my smart drive.
the Keio plaza in Sapporo is probably your best bet for a fairly accessible room. It has a wet room where you can shower. It is located near the subway station however everything is probably around the 25 minute stroll, including the parks Five block Arcade shopping center. The town is mostly flat, I did not use any buses, just my smart drive to get around and the Olympic ski jump has a traditional chairlift however, they will assist putting a Manual wheelchair in one lift if you can sit on the other lift by yourself and will assist you when needed. There are also Mountain Vista with accessible cable cars that you can get good views of the city But you’ll probably need to get a taxi there. Most curb cuts are pretty bumpy, but if you can handle them, then you will be OK.