The majority of these danchi (communal housing blocks in japan) were built in the 50s and 60s so there’s major problems with accessibility and outdated safety codes. A lot of them are being torn down and are being replaced with newer style condos and apartments because Japan is (very slowly) starting to become more accessible, but it’s still an issue in general. You’d think that with an aging population Japan would care more but
fuck people in wheelchairs i guess
The majority of these danchi (communal housing blocks in japan) were built in the 50s and 60s so there’s major problems with accessibility and outdated safety codes. A lot of them are being torn down and are being replaced with newer style condos and apartments because Japan is (very slowly) starting to become more accessible, but it’s still an issue in general. You’d think that with an aging population Japan would care more but