Kyoto Culinary Academy

Accessibility Statement for Kyoto Culinary Academy

Kyoto Culinary Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors, and applying the relevant accessibility standards to provide a website that is inclusive and easy to use.

Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services online. This commitment is reflected in our efforts to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA.

Measures to Support Accessibility

Kyoto Culinary Academy takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of its website:

  • Including accessibility as part of our mission statement.
  • Integrating accessibility into our design and development processes.
  • Providing ongoing accessibility training for our staff.
  • Engaging users with disabilities to gather feedback and recommendations.

Conformance Status

The Kyoto Culinary Academy website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA, meaning that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard. We are actively working to address these issues and achieve full conformance.

Specific Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to enhance accessibility:

  • Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the purpose and meaning of different sections.
  • Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text (alt text) to convey their meaning to users who cannot see them. For example, an image of a chef preparing sushi might have the alt text "Chef Hiroki Tanaka preparing fresh nigiri sushi at Kyoto Culinary Academy."
  • Keyboard Navigation: The website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality. Focus indicators are clearly visible.
  • Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations that provide sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read the content. We have also provided a dark theme option for users who prefer a higher contrast environment.
  • Resizable Text: Users can easily increase the text size in their browsers without losing content or functionality.
  • Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
  • Forms Accessibility: All form elements have properly associated labels, and clear instructions are provided to help users complete the forms.
  • Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos on our website include captions and transcripts, making them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
  • ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements and provide additional information to assistive technologies.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some limitations may exist:

  • Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these with accessible HTML content.
  • Third-party content embedded on our website may not fully conform to accessibility standards. We are working with our vendors to ensure that all content is accessible.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Kyoto Culinary Academy website. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers. You can contact us through the following channels:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +81 75-585-5934 (Ask for the Accessibility Officer)
  • Postal Address: 279-12 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of the Kyoto Culinary Academy 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:

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • ARIA

Assessment Approach

Kyoto Culinary Academy assessed the accessibility of this website by the following approaches:

  • Self-evaluation: The website was evaluated internally by our accessibility team.
  • External evaluation: The website was evaluated by an independent accessibility consultant.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you can file a formal complaint with the following organization:

Japanese Standards Association (JSA)
4-1-24, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0073, Japan
Phone: +81 75-585-5934
Website: https://www.jsa.or.jp/en/

Date

This statement was created on November 7, 2024, and is reviewed and updated regularly.

Links to Other Policies

For more information about our policies, please visit the following pages: