A Silent Voice – Review
By Accessible Japan reader, M. G. Koe no Katachi, or as it is known in English, A Silent Voice, is a 2016 Japanese anime movie based on…
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Surviving without Chopsticks: Eating with a Disability in Japan
Experiencing authentic, traditional Japanese cuisine is reason enough to travel all the way to Japan. For those interested in high-dining, Japan has three of the…
Traditional Japanese Garden Accessibility in Tokyo
Though Tokyo is known for its bustling streets and crowded trains, there are a number of traditional Japanese gardens in between the skyscrapers to relax…
Visiting Kanazawa in a Wheelchair
During the Edo Period, Kanazawa grew to become a town of great cultural achievements, rivaling Kyoto and Tokyo due to the abundant natural resources. Kanazawa…
Quill: The Life of a Guide Dog – Movie Review
Review by Sally Keys Dogs are much more than pets to many people. They become like children, real family members. Studies show that a maternal-type instinct…
Fashion, art, and disability – An Interview with Mari Katayama
Mari Katayama “bystander #016” (2016), Self-Portrait Mari Katayama is a Japanese artist from central Japan. She has loved sewing and creating objects since she was…