‘Unmanned stations’ Prompts Disability Groups in Japan to Worry About Freedom of Movement

As early as 20th November 2019, disability groups in Kyushu, specifically disability groups in Oita Prefecture had concerns about ‘unmanned stations’, although protest rallies were held as long ago as late September 2018. In November 2019, it was reported that a“civic group made up of people with disabilities and supporters will file a lawsuit seeking compensation from the Oita District Court.”  Since 2020, more wheelchair users and other parties have filed numerous lawsuits with the Oita District Court, claiming that their constitutionally protected right to freedom of movement is being infringed. Episode Notes: https://barrierfreejapan.com/2023/08/24/unmanned-stations-prompts-disability-groups-in-japan-to-worry-about-freedom-of-movement/