Author: Michael Gillan Peckitt

UK & CP born, living in Japan, blogging about disability
Barrier Free Disability Japan Nagoya

Controversy surrounding Nagoya Castle accessibility continues [Yomiuri Editorial]

“Although there is great significance to restoring the tower to its original condition, making buildings accessible to people with disabilities, among others, is appropriate for the era we are in. It is essential to accommodate the wishes of various people while seeking to preserve the keep’s historic value. Efforts should be made to find common ground.”

Disability Japan Paralympics Tokyo 2020

Tokyo 2020 organizers falling short of ‘diversity & harmony’ slogan [Mainichi Shimbun Editorial]

“Keyed to the slogan “diversity and harmony,” the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games are being ballyhooed as events that will spur the creation of an inclusive society here in Japan. However, we must question whether those running the games have truly dedicated themselves to this goal.”