11 Destinations Making Travel Easier for Every Body (Beyond Basic Ramps)

5. Tokyo, Japan: Technology Meets Empathy

Tokyo is one of the most densely populated cities in the world—and yet its approach to accessibility is meticulously organized. Subway stations have tactile floor indicators and elevator access; most public bathrooms include multifunctional accessibility features, including adult-sized changing tables. But it’s not just infrastructure—it’s attitude. Service staff are trained to assist with dignity and kindness, and tech innovations like voice-guided apps and robotic hotel assistants are redefining travel for individuals with vision or mobility limitations. It's efficiency wrapped in empathy.