Cosmos Hotel Management Co., Ltd., operator of MIMARU apartment-hotels, has partnered with Arukikata Co., Ltd., and the Good Luck Trip platform to launch Japan’s first free trilingual accessible travel guide.
Available in English, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese, the guide aims to make travel in Japan more inclusive for people with disabilities—who represent around 16% of the global population, according to WHO (2023).
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Released on April 21, 2025, the guide is distributed in print at all MIMARU hotels and digitally via their official website and Good Luck Trip. It covers accessible routes and facilities in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, and features engaging visuals, travel columns, and vibrant photos that reflect a distinctly Japanese storytelling style.
Beyond being a guidebook, the initiative supports MIMARU’s broader mission to create a more inclusive travel environment. The brand’s accessible tourism efforts include spacious apartment-style accommodations equipped with kitchens, staff trained in universal manners, and collaborations with accessibility experts.
These efforts align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 11 for inclusive and sustainable cities.
The guide offers seasonal highlights, barrier-free access tips, transportation advice, and QR codes for regular updates. It’s designed to bridge the information gap in accessible travel and encourage more people to confidently explore Japan, believing, “Now, it’s my turn to explore.”
Download the digital guide (English & Traditional Chinese)
Learn more about MIMARU’s accessibility initiatives
Source: MIMARU Launches Japan’s First Free Trilingual Accessible Travel Guide to Promote Inclusive Tourism
