Barrier-Free Information Site Compilation - Nationwide Edition

When people with disabilities or wheelchair users go out, it's important to check barrier-free information.

This is because, no matter how attractive a place may be, if it is not barrier-free, it can be difficult to even reach it.

Information about a facility's accessibility is relatively scarce compared to overall facility information.

Moreover, even if barrier-free information is provided, it might not always be truly useful for those who need it.

Therefore, it's essential to obtain more accurate and helpful barrier-free information.

In this article, we introduce comprehensive barrier-free information sites that cover facilities nationwide and provide valuable insights.

For recommended barrier-free information sites by area, please refer to the detailed articles below.

Hokkaido Edition:

1. Find Barrier-Free Accommodations with "IKKEL"

"IKKEL" is a site operated by the Barrier-Free Comprehensive Research Institute UD Lab Tokai.

IKKEL introduces accommodations that welcome people who need support, ensuring that even those with disabilities can enjoy traveling with peace of mind.

Even if a facility claims to be barrier-free, it might not truly offer a comfortable environment for people with disabilities.

Therefore, IKKEL uses numerous images in addition to descriptions to make it easier to visualize.

Furthermore, the 3D walkthrough feature allows you to view the facility's interior in 3D, with convenient functions like measuring walls and beds, making it easy to imagine scenes of you or your family visiting and staying there.

Additionally, there is a search function tailored to disabilities and conditions, making it easier to find facilities that match your needs, such as searching for "consultation on nursing care meals."

The facilities listed on IKKEL are visited by barrier-free coordinators who are architects, ensuring high reliability of the information provided.

Reference: IKKEL - Barrier-Free Accommodation Information Site

2. Check Travel Logs with the Barrier-Free Information Sharing App "WheeLog!"

"WheeLog!" is an app that allows you to easily check barrier-free information.

Founded by Yuriko Oda, who herself has a disability, the app is driven by the vision of "creating a world where wheelchair users don't have to give up."

Under the concept of "a barrier-free map created by everyone," it is a new platform where wheelchair users share their travel logs and information about facilities and spots.

Spots have evaluation criteria, providing specific barrier-free information. A web version is also available, allowing you to check it via a browser.

Why not share your barrier-free information too?

Reference: WheeLog!

3. Easily Search for Barrier-Free Outing Spots! "Kaigo Antenna"

"Kaigo Antenna" is an information site for those involved in caregiving, offering a wealth of information.

One of its features is outing information, which provides barrier-free information centered around facilities.

In addition to equipment information like wheelchair rentals and priority parking, it offers unique perspectives for caregivers, such as road conditions and responses during rainy weather.

Kaigo Antenna also offers content like illustrations and recreational activities that can be used in care facilities, so why not check it out?

Reference: Kaigo Antenna
Reference: Search Barrier-Free and Wheelchair-Friendly Outing Spots | Kaigo Antenna

4. Specializing in Introducing Heart Barrier-Free Stores! "HEART BARRIER FREE PROJECT"

The "HEART BARRIER FREE PROJECT" introduces stores that, while it may be impossible to make every store physically barrier-free, are willing to lend a helping hand as "Heart Barrier-Free Support Stores."

When you search for a store's barrier-free information on the site, details such as the height of entrance steps and the width of restrooms are provided.

The Heart Barrier-Free Support Store sticker that member stores can display signifies their willingness to assist as much as possible, ensuring that people with disabilities can feel comfortable using these stores.

Additionally, the HEART BARRIER FREE PROJECT offers guidance on customer service methods to member stores upon request, contributing to creating a store environment where both customers and staff can feel at ease.

Reference: HEART BARRIER FREE PROJECT - Heart Barrier-Free Plan

5. Barrier-Free Information Site Created by Wheelchair Users "Barrier-Free Map"

"Barrier-Free Map" is a site run by wheelchair users, where users visit places and share barrier-free information from their perspective. It mainly focuses on leisure facilities, with many photos of areas of interest to wheelchair users.

It not only relies on the site operators but also invites participation from wheelchair users to provide comprehensive information.

It's a site by wheelchair users, for wheelchair users.

Reference: Outing with a Wheelchair - Barrier-Free Map -

6. Overwhelming Amount of Information! "Barrier-Free Information - Nationwide Edition"

The last site introduced is "Barrier-Free Information - Nationwide Edition."

Its feature is the vast amount of information. It completed a nationwide barrier-free survey of facilities in Japan by June 2024, consolidating barrier-free information from across the country.

In addition to equipment status at public and leisure facilities, it also includes barrier-free information on public transportation.

If a public transportation station lacks an elevator, wheelchair users need to transfer at the next station. Therefore, such information is invaluable.

Reference: Barrier-Free Information - Nationwide Edition

7. Conclusion

We introduced six nationwide barrier-free information sites, each with unique features that cater to users.

If you have any recommended barrier-free information sites, please feel free to contact us via Ayumi's site or social media.

Ayumi will continue to create articles that deliver the information you need, so be sure to check them out.