Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making our website accessible to everyone

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Minato International Accounting Office is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our website is accessible to all users.

We believe that everyone should have equal access to our services and information, regardless of ability. This commitment reflects our core values of professionalism, integrity, and respect for all individuals.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

Currently, our website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard. We are actively working to address any identified issues.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

  • Skip Links: A "Skip to main content" link allows keyboard users to bypass navigation and go directly to the main content
  • Semantic HTML: Proper heading structure (H1-H6) and semantic elements for easy navigation
  • Consistent Navigation: Consistent navigation structure across all pages
  • Logical Tab Order: Logical focus order for keyboard navigation

Visual Design

  • Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast between text and background colors
  • Resizable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
  • Responsive Design: Website adapts to different screen sizes and orientations
  • Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Forms and Interactive Elements

  • Form Labels: All form fields have associated labels
  • Error Identification: Form errors are clearly identified and described
  • Keyboard Accessible: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
  • ARIA Attributes: Appropriate ARIA attributes for dynamic content

Images and Media

  • Alt Text: Informative images include descriptive alternative text
  • Decorative Images: Decorative images are marked appropriately for screen readers

Compatibility

This website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Modern web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Mobile devices (iOS and Android)

Known Accessibility Issues

We are actively working to address the following known issues:

  • Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible
  • Third-party embedded content (Google Maps) may have limited accessibility features

We are committed to resolving these issues and improving accessibility across our website.

Assistive Technology

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
  • Screen magnification software
  • Speech recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement:

We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and propose a solution within 10 business days.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any part of our website, please contact us and we will provide the information you need in an alternative format. We can offer:

  • Information in large print
  • Information via email or phone
  • Assistance completing forms over the phone

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or embedded content from third parties. While we strive to ensure accessibility on our own website, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage third parties to provide accessible content and are available to help facilitate access to information when needed.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our approach includes:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • Training for staff involved in website development and content creation
  • Monitoring of accessibility standards and best practices
  • Incorporating accessibility into our development process

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you have the right to file a formal complaint. In Japan, you may contact:

  • Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) - Responsible for digital accessibility policy in Japan

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of this website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications)

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations and potential solutions:

  • Google Maps Embed: The embedded Google Maps widget may not be fully accessible to all assistive technologies. As an alternative, we provide our full address and contact information for directions.
  • PDF Documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. Please contact us if you need an alternative format.

Assessment Approach

Minato International Accounting Office assessed the accessibility of this website by:

  • Self-evaluation using automated testing tools
  • Manual testing with keyboard navigation
  • Testing with screen readers
  • Review against WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines

Updates to This Statement

This statement was prepared on January 1, 2026. We will review and update this statement periodically to reflect changes in our accessibility efforts.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Accessibility Statement or need assistance, please contact us: