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Deep Dive from The Japan Times
Japan is doing better on accessibility than you think
Apr 16, 2024
Josh Grisdale, an expert on accessibility in Japan, discusses Tokyo's innovative approaches to accessibility for disabled travelers and the country's progress in shifting attitudes towards disability. Topics include transportation infrastructure, societal impacts of increased accessibility, and challenges in education accessibility for disabled individuals in Japan.
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- Japan is a leader in public infrastructure accessibility but faces challenges in private sector accessibility due to cultural influences like 'ganko' steps.
- Continued momentum in accessibility improvements in Japan is crucial, emphasizing the need for increased visibility and inclusion of people with disabilities in society.
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Japan's Innovative Infrastructure for Accessibility
Despite its crowded urban areas, Japan has engineered impressive methods to move its large population, making it a world leader in accessibility infrastructure for mobility. A Japanese citizen with cerebral palsy, Josh Grisdale, highlighted Japan's advanced accessibility in an interview. He emphasized the country's efforts in creating accessible environments and public transportation systems, setting up Accessible Japan to aid those with disabilities in navigating the country.
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