Japan removing physical barriers to disabled, but prejudices remain

Although the Tokyo Paralympics have drawn praise for embodying the ideals of an inclusive society, in terms of social attitudes, Japan appears a long way from achieving the "barrier-free spirit" the government has pushed.Opportunities for everyday interaction between the able-bodied and disabled remain scarce in Japan, and friction between the two groups exists. So, while Paralympic venues and public transportation have made strides in hardware, much remains to be done in upgrading the population's mental software.Since Tokyo won the bid to host the Paralympics, accessibility laws have been…READ FULL ARTICLE