Ep 154 w/ Tony R. Vega - Walking The Tokaido Road between Kyoto and Tokyo as a Visually Impaired Person

Winging It Travel Podcast

Hello, and welcome to episode 154! This week, I am joined by Tony R. Vega, a legally blind content creator who shares his journey of walking the Tokaido Road between Kyoto and Tokyo and his life living in Hawaii, USA.

In this conversation, Tony discusses his experiences living in Hawaii and his love for Japan. He shares his journey of learning Japanese and his passion for the country's culture. Tony also talks about his walks across Japan, including the historic Takaido road from Kyoto to Tokyo. He provides insights into life in Japan, his challenges as a visually impaired person, and the importance of accessibility. The conversation highlights the unique aspects of different cities in Japan and offers recommendations for those interested in experiencing Japanese culture. The main themes include exploring different cities, the historical significance of the Tokaido Road, the challenges faced during the walk, and the food experiences along the way.

Key Takeaways

• Living in Hawaii offers a unique connection to Japan due to the large Japanese population and the availability of Japanese food and culture.

• The walks across Japan, such as the Takaido road, provide opportunities for exploration and immersion in Japanese history and culture.

• Tony's experiences as a visually impaired person shed light on the importance of accessibility and inclusivity in society.

Tony is a creator on YouTube; please check out his links below + give him a subscription and a follow!

Thanks, Tony, for coming on!

You can also watch this episode on Spotify and YouTube.

Tony R. Vega

YouTube channel.

https://youtube.com/@japankyonews

The Tokaido Challenge playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ALB_S1KyWunL6kIbGu_Vtmswe1qxlHq

Social Media
X: https://x.com/thevegatony

Instagram: https://instagram.com/tonyrvega

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Chapter

1. Introduction and Setting (00:00:00)

2. Tony's Background and Interest in Japan (00:10:11)

3. Living and Studying in Japan (00:20:42)

4. Different Cities in Japan (00:27:47)

5. The Historical Significance of the Tokaido Road (00:32:28)

6. Challenges Faced During the Walk (00:36:40)

7. Food Adventures and Exploring Local Restaurants in Japan (00:59:05)

8. Reflecting on the Last Day in Tokyo and Connecting with Friends (01:00:00)

9. Future Walks and Goals as a Content Creator (01:02:25)

10. Favorite Landmarks in Japan (01:04:47)

11. Top Three Favorite Japanese Dishes (01:06:06)

12. Desire to Explore More of Asia and Visit Hong Kong, Australia, and Greece (01:18:48)