By Justin Schroth The Japanese Tourism Agency (part of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) recently produced a video to promote awareness of accessibility at restaurants in Japan. In the video Josh Grisdale who runs Accessible Japan, sits with Patrick Anderson, noted as being the world’s best wheelchair Read more…
By Justin Schroth The Olympics has been a massive event celebrated around the world for longer than anyone alive can remember. Opening and closing ceremonies have became an expected part of the event, and this expectation also extends to the Paralympic Games. In a recent announcement for the Tokyo 2020 Read more…
Shinjuku Gyoen is currently running a trial of its new smartphone guide this week and Accessible Japan was invited to try it out to ensure it can be a service for all visitors. The new head of accessibility at Shinjuku Gyoen has only been on the job for a short Read more…
By Justin Schroth What does a man that can lift over twice his weight, two Paralympic gold medals, and Kabukiza have in common? That would be Siamand Rahman being photographed at one of Tokyo’s famous Kabuki theaters, for the final addition to The Tokyo Organising Committee’s recognition of Paralympic Athletes. Read more…
By Justin Schroth The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games are still a year away, yet Athletes are gearing up to show what they are made of. As of 23rd of August 2019 (and continuing until 12th of September 2019), The Tokyo Paralympics Organizing Committee has begun a new campaign designed to Read more…
By Justin Schroth A few years ago, an idea was conceived by the International Paralympic Committee to cultivate an increase in awareness, advocacy, and an overall social inclusiveness of Paralympic values in Education. In collaboration with partners such as Agitos Foundation, the Nippon Foundation Paralympic Support Centre, and Global Sport Read more…