tech

Tokyo Metro testing new system for guiding visually impaired commuters

2 Comments

Tokyo Metro subway is testing a new system for guiding visually impaired people at stations. The test was conducted at Tatsumi Station on the Yurakucho Line this week.

Special barcodes were placed on tactile blocks on the platform and near exits. When the barcodes are scanned by a smartphone, an audio guide informs users of specific directions. 

Visually impaired people who participated in the test said the audio guide helped to ensure their safety and thought it would be especially useful when going to a station for the first time, Fuji TV reported. 

The tests will be continued until spring of next year.

© Japan Today

©2024 GPlusMedia Inc.

2 Comments
Login to comment

Sounds like a good idea that won't be too expensive to install.

0 ( +0 / -0 )

This is one of the things where Japan is ahead of the world, support for the visually impaired, oh and toilet seats.

0 ( +0 / -0 )

Login to leave a comment

Facebook users

Use your Facebook account to login or register with JapanToday. By doing so, you will also receive an email inviting you to receive our news alerts.

Facebook Connect

Login with your JapanToday account

User registration

Articles, Offers & Useful Resources

A mix of what's trending on our other sites