This time, as a special Ayumi project, we are introducing a collection of convenient websites where you can check barrier-free information for the Kyushu and Okinawa areas.
Previously, we have also compiled articles summarizing barrier-free information sites for the nationwide version and other areas, so please take a look at those as well.
Nationwide version:
Kanto version:
Kansai version:
Tohoku version:
Shikoku version:
Hokkaido version:
This information is packed with useful details not only for those living in Kyushu or Okinawa but also for those planning to travel there, so please use it as a reference.
1. Fukuoka Barrier-Free Map
The Fukuoka Barrier-Free Map is a convenient site where you can search for facility information by setting the criteria of "who" × "what to do" × "where."
When searching for facility information, you can easily find places such as restaurants accessible to wheelchair users in the Fukuoka area.
Additionally, you can search by facility equipment, making it easy to find the information you want.
Useful information such as pictograms is also displayed, and explanatory pages are available to easily understand what kind of facility it is at a glance.
Recently registered facilities are also clearly displayed, which is very convenient.
It's convenient that you can save your search conditions, allowing you to always check the latest results with the same search criteria.
2. Fukuoka Wheelchair Life
Fukuoka Wheelchair Life is a site that mainly introduces information about barrier-free rooms in hotels located in the city.
Rather than just introducing hotel information, it includes reviews based on actual stays.
In hotel reviews, you can check information on the following items:
- Exterior & Lobby
- Room Type & Number
- Bathroom & Toilet
- Facilities & Amenities
- Restaurant
- Rates
- Reservation Method
- Disabled Parking
- Access
With many photos included, it's very informative.
There are also comprehensive summary articles such as "Accommodation Facilities with Barrier-Free Rooms in Fukuoka City," which are very convenient.
The site is available not only in Japanese but also in English, Chinese, and Korean.
Reference: Information Site for Wheelchair Users Living in Fukuoka｜Fukuoka Wheelchair Life
3. Saga Barrier-Free Shop Map
The Saga Barrier-Free Shop Map is a site operated by the NPO Dream Road, which aims for a universal and accessible society.
The Saga Barrier-Free Shop Map allows you to easily search for shops in Saga Prefecture from the following genres:
- Japanese Cuisine
- Western Cuisine
- Chinese Cuisine
- Ramen
- Udon & Soba
- Cafe
- Yakiniku
- Izakaya
- Karaoke
- Dentist
- Bank
- Pharmacy
- Public Toilets
The ability to search for entertainment facilities like karaoke is appealing.
When you open the information of an individual shop from the search results, specific sizes and numbers for the entrance, toilet, parking, tables, and chairs are clearly listed.
Furthermore, you can easily see how well-equipped the facility is with a five-star rating system.
Photos and videos of actual visits by wheelchair users are also available, making it very informative.
Additionally, a collection of helpful video content is planned to be released in the future, so it's worth keeping an eye on.
Reference: Saga Barrier-Free Shop Map｜NPO Dream Road
4. Saga Style
10. Kagoshima Barrier-Free Tour Center
The Kagoshima Barrier-Free Tour Center's travel barrier-free information page is packed with information about accessibility in Kagoshima Prefecture.
It primarily offers keyword search, along with easy-to-use map and condition searches.
It's great that you can set goals like hot spring accessibility information and quickly jump to the official website.
Each facility's information includes actual photos showing entrance width, toilets, and baths, making it a helpful reference.
Reference: Kagoshima Barrier-Free Tour Center | NPO e-Workers Kagoshima
11. Okinawa Barrier-Free Map
The Okinawa Barrier-Free Map is a site that provides accessibility information within Okinawa Prefecture, ensuring everyone can go out with ease and confidence.
It allows searches by specific needs such as wheelchair users, visually impaired, hearing impaired, ostomates, people with internal disorders, seniors, expectant mothers, and infants.
Photos of actual wheelchair users at entrances and within facilities are sometimes included, making it easier to evaluate.
Facility information is also displayed with pictograms, allowing you to quickly grasp what facilities are available.
Additionally, it supports audio browsers (DAISY), so you can check information via audio.
Optimized for smartphones and tablets, it allows easy access to barrier-free information even when you're out and about.
Reference: Okinawa Barrier-Free Map | NPO Barrier-Free Network Conference
12. Kokoro no Barrier-Free Sticker Okinawa
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