Hello again,

OK, if it is a power / electric wheelchair, that it is fine on the trains.  Don’t worry!

You can get to most places in Kyoto and Tokyo by train and subway, but if you would like a car for extra help getting to and from the airport etc, try :

• Tokyo area:  Definitely use Wilgo they use the forum as well – @wilgo.  They even did…

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Hello, thanks for using the forum!

I’ll get back to you on the other stuff afterwards, but just want to clarify:

Your friend uses a power wheelchair, or scooter?

Wheelchairs are completely fine.  It is scooters that become more iffy.

Thanks!

Hello,

Thank you for your question.  Until recently, mobilitiy scooter users have faced many challenges in Japan (see: https://www.accessibletravelforum.com/forums/topic/travel-with-mobility-scooter/).  However, the rules are being changed.

According to JR:

Handle-type electric wheelchairs that can be used

• Wheelchairs with the following…

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Really wish it was easier – for myself as well!