International Association for Universal Design


No one is 100% disabled. And no one is 100% healthy. Everyone has disabilities in some parts of their body (or their mind), And has healthy parts at the same time. Universal design is for everyone to lead affluent and comfortable lives. Patron, His Imperial Highness Prince Tomohito


For Japan to make an effort in promoting universal design is meaningful for the world. I am certain that Japan is a country which can contribute on a global basis in this field. Through advanced technology centering on people. President, Takuma Yamamoto


The International Conference for Universal Design in Japan 2002 held in the end of 2002 was full of hints on the way we should manufacture products and provide services in Japan in the 21st century. This Association conducts researches on universal design which truly place importance on the consumers' perspective, and share and transmit information on universal design beyond the framework of industry and business. We look forward to the participation of many people. Chairman of the Council, Kazuo Toda