Mirairo ID Launches for Overseas Visitors, Starting With 10 Countries and Regions

Visitors from 10 countries and regions can now register their home disability certificate in the Mirairo ID app and use it at participating businesses…

24 hrs ago • Accessible Japan

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September 2026

The Access Dispatch: Have You Ever Rented a Scooter in Japan?

Plus: Japan in the fall and how to handle wheelchair breakdowns!

Sep 29 • Accessible Japan

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Wheelchair Accessible Autumn Leaves in Kyoto and Hiroshima

By Anthony William

Sep 28 • Accessible Japan

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The Access Dispatch: Sharing a new feature of our newsletter

Plus: have you ever been squeezed and pushed onto a train

Sep 14 • Accessible Japan

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The Racing Driver Who Runs an Accessible Taxi in Yokohama

I asked a one-man taxi operator in Yokohama about his van and his fares. He answered with motor racing, a hospital, and a piece of calligraphy.

Sep 9 • Accessible Japan

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August 2026

The Access Dispatch: Crazy Weather, Special Rental Deal, and Tokyo Hotel Spotlight

Plus: Notes from Josh’s recent webinar.

Aug 31 • Accessible Japan

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Japan Accessibility Q&A: Webinar Recap with The World is Accessible

By Anthony William

Aug 28 • Accessible Japan

The Access Dispatch: Earthquake Preparedness & New Tokyo Travel Guides

From earthquake preparedness and accessible Fukuoka to a step-by-step Haneda–Shinjuku route, plus what makes Japan’s cities so liveable.

Aug 13 • Accessible Japan and Josh Grisdale

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Getting from Haneda to Shinjuku: Step-by-Step Accessible Route Guide

Part of our Haneda Airport accessibility hub. Bookmark that page for everything else Haneda.

Aug 7 • Accessible Japan

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July 2026

Earthquake Preparedness for Travelers with Disabilities in Japan

Standard evacuation advice assumes you can run down the stairs. Here is what to plan for if you can't.

Jul 31 • Accessible Japan

The Access Dispatch: Theme Park Special!

Ticket prices are climbing, but here's what you need to know before Disney or Universal Studios Japan

Jul 28 • Accessible Japan and Josh Grisdale

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Accessible Travel in Fukuoka: Getting Around the City

A report on getting around Fukuoka

Jul 24 • Accessible Japan and Cece Marshall

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