Disabled at Disneyland: Best Practices for Barrier-Removal – Part 1
By Mark Bookman This is part 1 of a 5 part series. You can read part 2 here, part 3 here, part 4 here and…
Category: Sightseeing
Easy Accessible Transportation in Japan
The boom in information brought about by the advent of the internet has been enabling for people with disabilities and other special needs. Websites, mobile…
Accessing Kabuki, Accessing Japan: An Immersive Encyclopedia
By Mark Bookman Kabuki theatre is, among other things, an immersive encyclopedia of Japan. Audience members assume the role of pilgrims who are guided through…
Disability and Dreams in Japan’s Maid Cafes
By Mark Bookman When you put on a pair of rabbit ears and join a troupe of elegantly-dressed maids in a solemn prayer for the…
Accessible Tour Guide Map of Kawasaki Daishi Area
As Japan prepares for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, accessibility has been on the minds of many. One city to put thoughts into action…
New App to Help People with Disabilities Navigate Tokyo
Navigating the streets of Tokyo is no easy task, regardless of ability. However, having a disability adds an extra layer of difficulty as the routes…