Tsukiji Fish Market, the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world, is full of energy and delicious food. However, it can be overwhelming and possibly dangerous for those with disabilities. General Information The first market in Tokyo was established by Tokugawa Ieyasu (1543 – 1616) during the Edo Read more…
In the past 10 years, Japan has moved at a tremendous pace to install elevators at subway and train stations for the disabled and the elderly. Before the elevator boom, though, there were some cheaper, stop-gap solutions that were quite inventive… but also nerve-rackingly terrifying. While these methods of getting Read more…
Having an identification card for persons with disabilities can be a prickly topic. Is it discrimination? Is it security to protect your rights? Whatever your thoughts on the topic, some countries have them, some countries don’t. Japan is one of the countries that has disability ID. It is called a Read more…
Suzanne Kamata is the author of the YA novels Gadget Girl: The Art of Being Invisible and Screaming Divas, both of which feature diversity. She was the editor of Love You to Pieces: Creative Writers on Raising a Child with Special Needs . Her nonfiction book A Girls’ Guide to Read more…
When most people think of Japan, they most likely don’t think of Christmas. But Japan loves events, and Christmas has been added to the roster of things to enjoy throughout the year. (Though, it has become something for couples instead of families since New Years is a family gathering.) This Read more…