Article
Discrimination fears rise as disabled individuals face refusal of accommodation in Japan
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20260319/p2a/00m/0na/045000c
Discussion questions
- Are you surprised that people with disabilities have difficulties such as being refused service by companies? Why or why not?
- Is there ever a good reason to refuse service to a disabled person? If so, what situations is it warranted?
- How can the government clarify what is considered customer harassment and what is a reasonable request by a disabled customer?
- What kind of training can companies, such as hotels and resorts, do to ensure that disabled people can enjoy such accommodations?
- Do you have any direct interactions or experiences working with disabled people? What have you learned from this experience?
