How accessible is Japan?

Описание: Japan completely redefined my expectations of accessibility. From tactile maps and accessible train systems to sensory-friendly museums and inclusive street design, I was amazed by how much space Japan makes for disabled travelers like me. In this video, I share the good, the surprising, and the areas where accessibility still needs to improve. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like traveling Japan as a DeafBlind person, this is my honest take on the country’s accessibility—and what other destinations could learn from it.
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Video description:
Catarina, a dark-haired Latina woman, sits on a couch with her hair down, wearing a dark green turtleneck.
Text on screen: @blindishlatina, Do you think Japan is one of the most accessible countries?

Clips show Catarina traveling through Japan—walking through city streets, drinking tea, and visiting bus and train stations.
Text on screen: Do you look for accessibility when traveling? What aspect of accessibility is most important?

Catarina snowshoes, participates in a tea ceremony, walks down a busy Japanese street, and attends a sumo match.
Text on screen: Accessible-Japan.com with a photo of the founder of Accessible Japan standing beside Catarina.

Text on screen: Public Transportation
Scenes include Catarina walking down stairs, accessible signage at bus stations, riding a bus, and navigating a train station with her white cane.

Footage shows yellow truncated domes on sidewalks, guiding pedestrians with visual impairments.
Text on screen: Have you heard of truncated domes before?

Text on screen: Navigation and Wayfinding
Clips show a tram with a screen announcing each stop, Kanazawa Station’s large silver structure with crowds of people, and a tactile map on the wall.

Text on screen: Cultural Experiences
Catarina visits a museum on a cloudy day, people are holding umbrellas. She uses a handheld device during a walking tour, then presses blocks to make a card in an interactive exhibit.
Text on screen: What accessibility feature are you looking for at museums?

Clips of a temple, Catarina drinking matcha, snowshoeing, and enjoying sushi.

Text on screen: Dining Accessibility
Scenes show Asakusa Omakase Sushi Restaurant “Horikawa,” with the chef preparing sushi in front of Catarina, who smiles while eating. At Ito in Kyoto, chefs smile as they prepare food behind the counter. At A Happy Pancake, thick green pancakes with chocolate are served. At Bear Paw Café, Catarina orders a drink through a small window and receives it from a “bear paw.”

Text on screen: Physical Activities
Catarina walks along a path lined with cherry blossoms, holding her white cane, then explores gardens with water features. Later, she snowshoes uphill with the help of poles and an instructor.

Text on screen: Services and Hospitality
Text on screen: What Japan Can Improve Upon
Catarina walks down the stairs at a bus station.
Text on screen: What did you learn about accessibility in Japan?

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