Present State of Accessibility in Japan (October 04, 2005)
"Present State of Accessibility in Japan" by Mr. Yoshiaki Imafuku
Mr. Yoshiaki Imafuku lectured on "Present State of Accessibility in Japan" in the morning.
He focused on the implementation of the Barrier-Free Transportation Law, which was established in 2000.
After the law was enacted the number of elevators or toilets for wheelchair users installed at railway station are significantly increasing. Platform gates and doors prevent persons with visual imparied to fall from the platforms. One-step ramp or non-step buses enable persons with disabilities to go out easily. (RESUME : "Present State of Accessibility in Japan")
He focused on the implementation of the Barrier-Free Transportation Law, which was established in 2000.
After the law was enacted the number of elevators or toilets for wheelchair users installed at railway station are significantly increasing. Platform gates and doors prevent persons with visual imparied to fall from the platforms. One-step ramp or non-step buses enable persons with disabilities to go out easily. (RESUME : "Present State of Accessibility in Japan")
Have an experience the barrier-free transportation in Tokyo
In the afternoon we all went out to experience the barrier-free transportation in Tokyo. Mr. Masashi Watanabe and Ms. Masae Kashiwagi, planning committee members kindly joined us and we all enjoyed half-day tour.
