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What is the Deaflympics? A Comprehensive Overview and Highlights of the 2025 Games!
Are you familiar with the Deaflympics? It's a sports festival where athletes with hearing impairments from around the world gather to compete. With a long history, the milestone 100th event will be held for the first time in Tokyo in November 2025. We've summarized its features and how to enjoy it. Why not join in and cheer on the athletes in person?
15 Convenient Services and Apps for People with Hearing Impairments and Hearing Loss!
For individuals with hearing impairments, there are many situations in daily life that can feel inconvenient. By utilizing services and apps that support hearing impairments, it is possible to enhance their quality of life (QOL). So, what specific services and apps […]
"Building Bridges from a Silent World: Kana Tanaka's Challenge in Facing a Rare Disease"
Diagnosed with the rare disease "Neurofibromatosis Type II" in the fifth grade, Kana Tanaka now lives as a wheelchair user and hearing-impaired individual. While thriving as a freelance writer, she continues to send encouragement to people in similar situations through social media. This time, she discusses facing her illness […]
What is Information Accessibility for People with Disabilities? A Clear Explanation with Examples!
"We want to ensure that accurate information reaches people with disabilities." The concept that further concretizes this intention is "information assurance." Even companies that have been working on reasonable accommodations may still question "what is information assurance?" and "what kind of considerations are required?" [...]
What is the Act on Promotion of Information Accessibility and Communication for Persons with Disabilities? A Clear Explanation Including Information Assurance and Web Accessibility
"The desire to create a society where information is properly accessible to people with disabilities led to the creation of the 'Act on the Promotion of Information Accessibility and Communication for Persons with Disabilities.' But what exactly is this law? What measures are being implemented as part of this initiative?"
What Are the Expanding Opportunities for People with Disabilities in eSports? Exploring the Connection to Employment and Market Size!
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YONA YONA BEER WORKS Kanda - Enjoy Craft Beer with Electric Wheelchair Accessibility!
1. List of Accessible Images Store Entrance Store Environment External Restroom (Kanda Station Restroom) 2. Attractions of YONA YONA BEER WORKS Kanda Store Located a 1-minute walk from Kanda Station Exit 5 on the Ginza Line, on the 1st floor of ACN Kanda Sudacho Building, "YONA YON […]
YONA YONA BEER WORKS Ebisu East Exit - Enjoy Exquisite Beer with a Unique Twist!
1. Barrier-Free Image List In-Store Environment In-Store Toilet Outside Store Toilet 2. YONA YONA BEER WORKS Ebisu East Exit Store's Appeal Just a 2-minute walk from JR Ebisu Station East Exit. Irresistible for beer lovers, and beginners can also enjoy it with ease, barrier-f […]
Accéa Café Tokyo Yaesu - A Coworking Space That Continues to Adapt Flexibly with Customer Convenience in Mind
1. Barrier-Free Image List In-Store Environment In-Store Toilet Outside Store Toilet (located a 4-minute walk away at the Tokyo Midtown BF1 floor toilet) 2. The Appeal of Acca Café Tokyo Yaesu 2-1. What is a Coworking Space? A coworking space is a place where you can […]
YONA YONA BEER WORKS Kichijoji Location
1. Store Image Gallery Store Interior Environment Store Restroom 2. Store Details Store Name: YONA YONA BEER WORKS Kichijoji Genre: Beer Hall Phone Number: 0422-28-4740 Address: 1-8-10 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino City, Tokyo, Japan […]
YONA YONA BEER WORKS Aoyama Branch
1. Store Image Gallery Store Interior Environment (※ No Entrance Photos) In-store Restroom 2. Store Details Store Name: YONA YONA BEER WORKS Aoyama Branch Genre: Beer Hall Phone Number: 050-3032-2169 Address: Minato-ku, Minami Aoyama 3, Tokyo […]
5 Recommended Hearing Aids for Fashionable Style: Buy Now!
Hearing aids are devices designed to assist those who have difficulty hearing or engaging in conversations. In recent years, hearing aids with a focus on design have also emerged. For those who are hesitant to wear hearing aids due to their appearance, as well as their friends and family, this article is a must-read […]
What is the Job Service "Gratuna" for People with Hearing Impairments or Deafness?
According to the 2017 "Research on Employment Status of Persons with Disabilities," the turnover rate for people with physical disabilities reaches 40% within a year. Reference: Research on Employment Status of Persons with Disabilities | Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers. Among them, those with hearing impairments...
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[2025 Edition] 6 Transcription Apps to Achieve Barrier-Free Communication!
Have you ever used a transcription app? Many people might have a vague idea about transcription apps but have never actually used one. By using a transcription app, you can communicate smoothly with the hearing impaired […]
I Created a Novelty Item!
The General Incorporated Association Ayumi has decided to distribute novelties to barrier-free certified stores and stores that have introduced the barrier-free fund. We are pleased to announce the completion of the communication boards as novelties. Why we [...]
What is the Communication Tool "Telephone Request Notebook" for People with Hearing and Speech Disabilities?
Did you know that the NTT Group, known for NTT East and NTT West, provides a communication tool called "Telephone Request Notebook" for people with hearing or speech impairments? Knowing about this tool can help you handle various situations when needed […]
What Kind of Society is Reiko Katayama, CEO of Hougaku Co., Ltd., Designer of Ekimatope, Aiming to Transform?
There are challengers who are directly addressing the issues faced by people with disabilities through design. This time, we interviewed Reiko Katayama, the representative of Hougaku Co., Ltd. Katayama designed the "Ekimatope," a station guidance device for the hearing impaired, which goes beyond the framework of welfare […]