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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.
Unfortunately, you may get a discount at tourist locations – but you cannot get a discount for train or bus. I believe this is because the extra cost is paid by taxes and is therefore a benefit for citizens only… Here is some information: https://www.accessible-japan.com/japan-disability-discounts/
I don’t think you need to worry about showing anything to station staff for your wife. Do you have a special card to show she has a disability? If so you could show that.
I think that for visiting restaurants you should be OK. Many staff speak English and you can try out your Japanese! Usually the problem with restaurants is steps / poor wheelchair accessibility.
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