Reply To: Parkinsons
[quote quote=6874]Hello,
Thank you for your question. While a number of tourist sites in Japan offer wheelchairs which can be borrowed on a first-come-first-served basis, I would say it is only about 20-30% of the sites have them in Tokyo (Maybe @kyotoursjapan can comment on what it is like in Kyoto?).
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Some large sightseeing locations have wheelchairs for usage by visitors. I’ve seen them at Sanjusangendo, Nijo Castle, and some others. Most, however, will not. I think renting a chair or staying at a hotel that will let you borrow one is the best bet. Most sightseeing spots do have an area to sit down and take a rest, but it you may be required to sit on the floor instead of a bench or chair.
Please be aware that sightseeing in Kyoto can involve a decent amount of walking, even when taking taxis between locations. Please check out a blog that I recently wrote about a day out sightseeing in a wheelchair in Kyoto for more info. https://www.accessible-japan.com/exploring-accessible-touring-in-kyoto/
