Wheelchair or not,
your whole family
travels together.
An accessible taxi only carries one family at a time. If several people in your group use a wheelchair, charter one of our lift-equipped buses instead — everyone rides together, from weddings and memorial visits to family trips and day-service transport.
Chosen for moments like these
For people who thought a wheelchair meant giving up on travel altogether.
Weddings & Receptions
Several wheelchair users in the family? Get everyone to the celebration in one bus, together.
Memorial & Grave Visits
Family gatherings with elderly relatives. Step-free boarding makes the trip safe and easy for everyone.
Family Trips & Day Outings
A wheelchair doesn't mean travel is off the table — the whole family can enjoy the trip together.
Facility & Group Transport
Day-service centers, care facilities and support schools. Staff are welcome to ride along too.
Ceremonies & Events
Award ceremonies, reunions, graduation trips — a barrier-free ride so everyone can take part.
Why it often costs less than several accessible taxis
An accessible taxi can only carry a limited number of passengers, so if several people in your group use a wheelchair, you typically need to book several vehicles.
Our wheelchair-lift large coach seats up to 6 wheelchairs alongside regular seating, so everyone can ride in a single bus.
And because you book the operating company directly — no agency, no broker — there's no intermediary markup.
Moving the same group often costs noticeably less overall as a result.
See it in action
Wheelchair users ride together with family and friends, in the same bus, the whole way.
Our wheelchair-lift fleet
A large coach and a microbus, both fitted with a rear-mounted lift.
Wheelchair-Lift Large Coach
- Capacity
- Up to 6 wheelchairs + regular seating (ask for details)
- Lift
- Rear-mounted electric lift
- Amenities
- TV, DVD, karaoke, fridge
- Fare class
- Large-coach rate
The best option for moving a large group with several wheelchair users. Ideal for memorial gatherings, facility transport and big family trips.
Wheelchair-Lift Microbus
- Capacity
- Up to 2 wheelchairs + 23 regular seats (17 fixed + 6 fold-down)
- Lift
- Rear-mounted electric lift
- Amenities
- TV, DVD, fridge
- Fare class
- Mid-size rate
Suited to smaller groups and families — wedding transport or a compact day trip. A cost-effective option too.
Wheelchairs on board & seating plan (large coach)
Choose a seating plan for 1 to 6 wheelchairs (based on a 12-row large coach).
| Wheelchairs | Fixed seats | Fold-down seats | Total on board |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | 2 | 48 |
| 2 | 43 | 2 | 47 |
| 3 | 39 | 2 | 44 |
| 4 | 37 | 2 | 43 |
| 5 | 33 | 2 | 40 |
| 6 (max) | 29 | 2 | 37 |
Figures are for a 12-row wheelchair-lift large coach. Even without a wheelchair fixed in place, the lift still needs its own space. Seat count and layout vary by vehicle — please ask us for details.
Lift specifications (large coach)
Manual, electric, reclining and tilting wheelchairs of standard size can all use the lift.
A non-standard wheelchair can still be used if it is within 75 cm (width) × 125 cm (length) and 300 kg — please share the dimensions when you enquire.
From enquiry to boarding
One team supports you the whole way through.
Request a quote
Tell us your group size, wheelchair count and route through the fare simulator or by contacting us directly. We reply the same day in most cases.
Tell us about the wheelchair
For an electric or larger custom wheelchair, send us the dimensions in advance. Our own team can also help you plan for boarding.
We confirm your vehicle & seating
We match the seating plan to your number of wheelchairs — from 1 up to 6 — and confirm the layout for the day.
Board via the lift
Board comfortably via the electric lift; moving to a regular seat afterward is optional. Luggage goes in the trunk.
Based in Osaka & at Kansai Airport
Osaka
Our wheelchair-lift large coach is based in Osaka and can be dispatched across the Osaka/Kansai area.
Kansai Airport
Our wheelchair-lift microbus is based at Kansai Airport — convenient for airport pickups and Kansai sightseeing.
Beyond Kansai
Requests outside the Kansai area are welcome, but may include a repositioning charge — please ask us for a quote.
Loading luggage & wheelchairs
Large Coach Trunk
The underfloor trunk can hold a standard wheelchair unfolded. With larger groups, some passengers move to a regular seat after boarding, freeing their wheelchair to go in the trunk.
Suitcase capacity differs from a standard large coach because the lift and wheelchair space use part of the trunk — please ask us in advance.
Microbus
The wheelchair-lift microbus has no underfloor trunk. All luggage is carried inside the cabin.
Boarding Space
Lift boarding needs room for both the lift itself and for the wheelchair to manoeuvre — roughly 2 m clear along the side of the bus. Let us know your pickup point in advance so we can check access.
Three reasons families trust Aogaki
The confidence that comes from booking the operating company, directly.
Licensed Operator
Licensed as a general charter bus operator by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Every bus we run meets that safety standard.
No Agency, Direct Booking
You book with Aogaki directly — no travel agency or broker in between, so there's no intermediary markup.
Support From Quote To Boarding
Questions about how the lift works, or bringing your own mobility equipment? Our own staff handle it directly, start to finish.
Common questions
Can carers or family ride in the same bus?
Do you accept electric wheelchairs?
Which areas can you serve?
Can I bring a suitcase on the wheelchair-lift large coach?
How is the fare calculated?
How many people can charter a bus?
Get a free, no-obligation quote
Even if you're just exploring whether this could work for your group, we're happy to talk it through. With one of the largest wheelchair-accessible fleets in Kansai, we'll help you find the right setup.