Recent Articles

Recent Articles

To Eliminate the "Information Gap" and Achieve a "Future of Choice" for Over 45 Million People, "Giving Month" Begins on December 1st.

To Eliminate the "Information Gap" and Achieve a "Future of Choice" for Over 45 Million People, "Giving Month" Begins on December 1st.

Thank you very much for your understanding and support of the activities of the Ayumi Association. Ayumi will participate in "Giving December," which takes place from December 1 to 31. ■Participation […]

2025.11.3038 views
General Incorporated Association Ayumi Establishes Basic Policy Against Customer Harassment

General Incorporated Association Ayumi Establishes Basic Policy Against Customer Harassment

The situation has become intolerable, starting with persistent prank calls, nuisance calls, and harassment related to the media operations of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi, and extending to excessive slander in direct messages on social media. We [...]

2025.09.22360 views
We Held a Seminar Explaining "The Boundary Between Customer Harassment and Reasonable Accommodation"

We Held a Seminar Explaining "The Boundary Between Customer Harassment and Reasonable Accommodation"

The Ayumi Association held a seminar addressing the relationship between customer harassment (customer harassment = "kasu-hara") and reasonable accommodation as one of the social issues surrounding people with disabilities. "Kasu-hara × Reasonable Accommodation […]

2025.09.21290 views
General Incorporated Association Ayumi Featured in "Atlas Log: Creating Your Own Map Through Travel" Begins Free Distribution of "Heart Barrier-Free Practice Materials"!

General Incorporated Association Ayumi Featured in "Atlas Log: Creating Your Own Map Through Travel" Begins Free Distribution of "Heart Barrier-Free Practice Materials"!

Recently, the initiatives of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi have been featured on the web media "Atlas Log: Drawing Your Own Map Through Travel," which shares information from a unique perspective on the themes of travel and self-discovery.   "Atlas Log: Drawing […]

2025.08.22436 views
Featured in the Lifestyle Media for People with Disabilities, "media116"!

Featured in the Lifestyle Media for People with Disabilities, "media116"!

The activities of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi have been featured on "media116," a web media platform that delivers information from a universal perspective. 1. What is "media116"? "media116" is a platform that provides information for people with disabilities, their families, the elderly, […]

2025.06.26618 views
【Announcement】Change of Name for Barrier-Free Certification Service

【Announcement】Change of Name for Barrier-Free Certification Service

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support of the activities of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi. This is Hiroto Yamaguchi, the Representative Director. We would like to inform you that we have changed the name of our "Barrier-Free Certification Service" as follows: […]

2025.05.08567 views
Interview with Hiroto Yamaguchi, Representative of Ayumi General Incorporated Association, Featured in "THE LEADER"!

Interview with Hiroto Yamaguchi, Representative of Ayumi General Incorporated Association, Featured in "THE LEADER"!

Ayumi's representative, Hiroto Yamaguchi, participated in an interview with the web media "THE LEADER," which conveys the sincere thoughts of executives and leaders. Reference: THE LEADER | Ayumi General Incorporated Association Hiroto Yamaguchi Operating Company: Overseas FX Stocks […]

2025.03.19524 views
The general incorporated association Ayumi's "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~" has been featured in the rehabilitation specialist media "RehaNowa".

The general incorporated association Ayumi's "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~" has been featured in the rehabilitation specialist media "RehaNowa".

This time, the barrier-free information site "Flat." operated by the General Incorporated Association Ayumi, has been featured in the rehabilitation-focused web media "Rehanowa." Rehanowa is dedicated to individuals engaged in rehabilitation and the wonderful […]

2025.03.12466 views
Ayumi has joined the Brain Festival Executive Committee as a co-creation partner.

Ayumi has joined the Brain Festival Executive Committee as a co-creation partner.

This time, the General Incorporated Association Ayumi has decided to participate as a co-creation partner with the General Incorporated Association Brain Festival Executive Committee (hereinafter referred to as Brain Festival). The Brain Festival provides a space where stroke survivors and healthy individuals can enjoy and support each other beyond conventional concepts and boundaries […]

2025.03.08586 views
The article from Flato: A Barrier-Free Information Site was featured on "RakuKaigo"!

The article from Flato: A Barrier-Free Information Site was featured on "RakuKaigo"!

The article from "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~," operated by the General Incorporated Association Ayumi, has been featured in "RakuKaigo," a platform aimed at caregivers and care professionals with the concept of "Wanting to Continue Caring for Parents with Joy!" The actual article featured is as follows […]

2025.03.01543 views
A Banner for "Co-Co Life☆Women's Club" - A Barrier-Free Information Site Has Been Installed.

A Banner for "Co-Co Life☆Women's Club" - A Barrier-Free Information Site Has Been Installed.

The banner link for "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~" operated by the General Incorporated Association Ayumi has been placed on "Co-Co Life☆Girls' Club," run by the specified non-profit organization Musei. Reference: Flat. ~Barrier-Free [...]

2025.02.14480 views
Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~ Featured on "Nanameue Travel"!

Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~ Featured on "Nanameue Travel"!

The barrier-free information site "Flat." operated by the General Incorporated Association Ayumi was featured in the tourism media "Nanameue Travel" managed by Elevista Inc. Reference: Nanameue Travel Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site […]

2025.01.26562 views
【Target Amount of 2 Million Yen Greatly Surpassed!】Crowdfunding Completion Report and Thanks

【Target Amount of 2 Million Yen Greatly Surpassed!】Crowdfunding Completion Report and Thanks

The crowdfunding for the update of the barrier-free information site, which began on December 6, 2024, successfully concluded on January 13, 2025. We sincerely appreciate the support and cooperation of many people. […]

2025.01.21427 views
Project to Eliminate the "Information Gap" Faced by People with Disabilities and Create Employment Opportunities for Them to Launch on December 6!

Project to Eliminate the "Information Gap" Faced by People with Disabilities and Create Employment Opportunities for Them to Launch on December 6!

Thank you very much for your understanding and support of the activities of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi. We operate a barrier-free information site and provide information so that people with disabilities, their families, and supporters can enjoy going out and outings with greater peace of mind […]

2024.12.06490 views
Launched an Instagram dedicated to sharing barrier-free information for outing spots

Launched an Instagram dedicated to sharing barrier-free information for outing spots

The general incorporated association Ayumi (hereinafter referred to as "Ayumi") has been disseminating barrier-free information on its website and has been sharing visualized versions of this information on Instagram and its official LINE account. Ayumi on Instagr […]

2024.10.14773 views
We Held an Online Seminar on Disability Pensions and Career Advancement.

We Held an Online Seminar on Disability Pensions and Career Advancement.

Disability Pension × Career Advancement Seminar

2024.08.12682 views
We are pleased to announce that we will be joining "HAJIMARI" as a co-creation partner with the General Incorporated Association Ayumi.

We are pleased to announce that we will be joining "HAJIMARI" as a co-creation partner with the General Incorporated Association Ayumi.

HAJIMARI, which aims to increase leisure options for people with disabilities or illnesses and their families through training and consulting, has become a co-creation partner. HAJIMARI focuses on travel and […]

2024.06.03578 views
Kiva Corporation Joins as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi Association.

Kiva Corporation Joins as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi Association.

The General Incorporated Association Ayumi has welcomed Kiva Corporation, which operates Uniweb and aims to create user-friendly websites for everyone, as a co-creation partner. Similarly, Ayumi strives to ensure that people with disabilities and their families can access information with peace of mind […]

2024.05.27592 views
We are pleased to announce that Ayumi, a General Incorporated Association, will be joining the Tokyo Outing Project as a co-creation partner.

We are pleased to announce that Ayumi, a General Incorporated Association, will be joining the Tokyo Outing Project as a co-creation partner.

"To places you want to go, rather than places you can go." With this concept, the Tokyo Outing Project organizes nationwide events that allow individuals with illnesses or disabilities, along with their families and loved ones, to enjoy heartwarming moments. This wonderful initiative by Tokyo [...]

2024.05.27591 views
We have launched and will be executing a project to promote tourism DX in Nagasaki Prefecture in collaboration with the Nagasaki Prefecture Universal Tourism Center.

We have launched and will be executing a project to promote tourism DX in Nagasaki Prefecture in collaboration with the Nagasaki Prefecture Universal Tourism Center.

The Nagasaki Prefecture Tourism Promotion Division aims to ensure that people with disabilities, the elderly, and families with children can safely and comfortably visit Nagasaki Prefecture. To achieve this, the Nagasaki Prefecture Universal Tourism Center (hereafter Nagasaki UTC) was established in the arrival lobby of Nagasaki Airport on January 30, 2021 […]

2024.04.021001 views
General Incorporated Association Ayumi Passes Tokyo's "Heart Barrier-Free" Support Company Screening and Gets Registered.

General Incorporated Association Ayumi Passes Tokyo's "Heart Barrier-Free" Support Company Screening and Gets Registered.

The General Incorporated Association Ayumi has been supporting the barrier-free transformation of stores and commercial facilities, as well as enhancing customer service skills through training based on reasonable accommodation. Additionally, it specializes in providing barrier-free information related to the daily lives of people with disabilities and their families.

2024.03.22554 views
UD Escalator Co., Ltd. to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi Association.

UD Escalator Co., Ltd. to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi Association.

We have partnered with UD Escalator Co., Ltd. to utilize the handrails of over 70,000 escalators nationwide as business assets, aiming to achieve zero fall accidents. UD Escalator Co., Ltd.: https:/ […]

2024.03.12678 views
[Average Satisfaction Score: 96] Now Accepting Applications for Reasonable Accommodation Workshops and Training. We support the implementation of "providing reasonable accommodations" on-site.

[Average Satisfaction Score: 96] Now Accepting Applications for Reasonable Accommodation Workshops and Training. We support the implementation of "providing reasonable accommodations" on-site.

With the amendment of the Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities, from April 1, 2024, businesses will be obligated to provide "reasonable accommodation" to persons with disabilities in many situations, such as service provision and workplaces (see Note 1). As a result, the provision of reasonable accommodation is essential for the continuation and development of the company […]

2024.03.092893 views
We have undertaken a brand renewal, including a logo redesign and service updates.

We have undertaken a brand renewal, including a logo redesign and service updates.

We have revamped our visual identity, starting with the logo. Additionally, we have set forth a new vision: "A society with choices, regardless of disabilities," and a new mission: "Reconstructing perceptions and subconscious biases arising from the word 'disability'."

2024.03.05857 views
We started accepting donations from February 14, 2024.

We started accepting donations from February 14, 2024.

Would you like to aim for a society without an information gap with us? Starting February 14, 2024, we will begin accepting donations from everyone. We would be delighted if you read to the end. The general incorporated association Ayumi was born from the word "disability […]

2024.02.14516 views
Created a Logo for "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~"

Created a Logo for "Flat. ~Barrier-Free Information Site~"

As part of the rebranding of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi on February 1, 2024, we are pleased to announce the name change of our barrier-free information site and the introduction of a new logo. For more details on the rebranding, please see here. "Barrier-free information […]

2024.02.13505 views
We will establish an ambassador system to promote the recognition of barrier-free certification and barrier-free information sites.

We will establish an ambassador system to promote the recognition of barrier-free certification and barrier-free information sites.

Starting February 2, 2024, we will be announcing the ambassadors of the General Incorporated Association Ayumi on Instagram. The slogan for the ambassadors is "Walking with Ayumi Towards the Future ~All for All~". The goal is to reach as many people as possible […]

2024.02.08594 views
Merone Corporation to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi General Incorporated Association.

Merone Corporation to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with Ayumi General Incorporated Association.

With the mission of "cultivating the power to believe in and love oneself, and creating women's self-fulfillment," Merone Co., Ltd. supports women's independence and develops businesses such as merchandise sales schools, childcare store operations, and school community projects, becoming a co-creation partner […]

2023.12.02524 views
We are pleased to announce that SouSho Corporation will be joining as a co-creation partner with Ayumi Association.

We are pleased to announce that SouSho Corporation will be joining as a co-creation partner with Ayumi Association.

The General Incorporated Association Ayumi has become a co-creation partner with Soshou Co., Ltd., which operates businesses such as architectural film installation, automotive glass installation, and serves as the general distributor and special agent for major film manufacturers under the concept of "Protecting People with Glass and Film." [...]

2023.11.15518 views
PLAYWORKS Inc. to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with General Incorporated Association Ayumi.

PLAYWORKS Inc. to Join as a Co-Creation Partner with General Incorporated Association Ayumi.

PLAYWORKS Inc. has joined as a co-creation partner with the General Incorporated Association Ayumi. With the mission of "Creating Together and Advancing Society," PLAYWORKS Inc. engages in inclusive design and service design […]

2023.11.07508 views