In anticipation of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan is increasing their wheelchair friendly rooms for the subsequent Paralympics, according to the Japan Times.
It appears that for now the ministry is changing the rules for having no barriers at hotels, but only for new hotels. Hotels under 50 rooms will not be required to meet the new standards. Perhaps other hotels in Japan not required to adapt will find catering to the disabled market is a profitable idea.
The international Paralympic committee has been calling for change such as this for years. The ministry of Japan is considering making a requirement that at least one percent of all guest rooms will meet accessibility guidelines.
–Sean Schultz / Dream Vacations Vacation Specialist
