[
  {
    "Title": "Facilities Inside the Station",
    "BlockText": "1. Information CountersThe counters are located near the ticket gates and serve as an interface between the paid and non-paid areas of the station. In addition to providing general passenger services, the following are also available at information counters:(1) Senior and Concession EasyCard sales(2) Wheelchair loans(3) Guiding service for visually-impaired passengers2. Wheelchair Accessible Ticket Vending MachineEvery station has at least one ticket vending machine that is wheelchair accessible.3. Ticket Gates for the DisabledEvery station has a ticket gate for the disabled, wheelchair users, or passengers with strollers or bulky packages. These are generally located next to the Information Counter. The gate is equipped with a service button so disabled passengers can call for assistance from station staff.Users of electric wheelchairs and assisted mobility vehicles must slow down inside stations and trains to prevent collisions and possible injury.4. Directions for the DisabledAccessible routes are planned in all MRT stations and guide signs are installed to direct disabled passengers to the trains.5. ElevatorsFor the safety of the visually impaired, disabled, elderly, pregnant women, or passengers with strollers or bulky packages, each station has an elevator that remains open for an extended period. The elevators are equipped with braille buttons, speakers, handrails, a low height operation panel, and intercom system. In case of an emergency, users may contact the Information Counter via the intercom.All metro station elevators are designed in accordance with the "Design Specifications of Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities." The net width of the elevator door shall not be less than 90cm, the depth of the cabin shall not be less than 135cm, and the diameter of the revolving space shall be 150cm or more.6. Anti-slip StripsAnti-slip strips installed on the edge of all stairs at metro stations contrast in color from the stairs to help visually impaired and elderly passengers gauge the height difference.7. Tactile Guide Paths and Warning Tactile TilesTactile guide paths for the visually impaired extend from the sidewalk outside the station onto the concourse and through the ticket gate. However, in line with Taipei City Government policy, tactile guide paths for the visually impaired were not installed in stations that commenced service after 2008. Rather, tactile tiles were only installed at hazardous areas (such as the beginning and end of stairs or the edges of platforms) and important facilities (such as in front of the elevator assistance button).8. Passenger Information Display SystemsUpdates hearing impaired and other passengers on Metro related news. In the event of an emergency, the display system provides frequent updates.9. Waiting Areas for Wheelchair PassengersTamsui-Xinyi Line, Songshan-Xindian Line, Zhonghe-Xinlu Line, Bannan LineLocated at the first door of the lead carriage so the driver can help disabled passengers on and off the train.Wenhu LineEach platform has eight doors. The doors at the far ends of the platform are designated for wheelchair access.10. Toilet Facilities for Disabled and Elderly PassengersAll public restrooms are accessible by the disabled and mobility-impaired passengers. Additionally, the urinal and toilets are partitioned by enclosed stalls to enhance privacy.11. PayphonesThe non-paid area of the concourse and platforms are equipped with at least one payphone for use by the disabled or wheelchair passengers.12. 1999 Sign Language Service for the Hearing Impaired1999 sign language service for the hearing impaired is available at Taipei Main Station, Yuanshan Station and Songshan Airport Station. The Skype video equipment connects directly with a 1999 sign translator. Hearing impaired passengers may ask for assistance with this service.13. Train Destination AnnouncementsPre-recorded destination announcements are played on the platforms of all stations when trains are approaching to help visually impaired passengers board the right train. For example: "Platform 2 for Beitou", "Platform 2 for Far Eastern Hospital", "Platform 1 for Huilong".14. Priority Seats for Visually Impaired PassengersPriority seats for visually impaired passengers have been placed by the first door of the lead carriage, on the platforms of 29 stations with higher visually impaired ridership and branch lines with longer waiting times. The seats help station staff and train drivers identify visually impaired passengers requiring special assistance and allow visually impaired passengers to rest while waiting for station staff to guide them to the exit.Elderly or other passengers with restricted mobility may also use the seats if necessary. Priority seats for visually impaired passengers are installed at the following stations:(1) Wenhu Line: Zhongxiao Fuxing Station(2) Tamsui-Xinyi Line: Zhishan Station, Minquan W. Rd. Station, Shuanglian Station, Zhongshan Station, Taipei Main Station, and C.K.S. Memorial Hall Station(3) Songshan-Xindian Line: Guting Station, C.K.S. Memorial Hall Station, Qizhang Station, and Xiaobitan Station(4) Zhonghe-Xinlu Line: Huilong Station, Danfeng Station, Fu Jen University Station, Minquan W. Rd. Station, Zhongshan Elementary School Station, Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, Guting Station, Dingxi Station, and Yongan Market Station(5) Bannan Line: Taipei City Hall Station, S.Y.S Memorial Hall Station, Zhongxiao Dunhua Station, Zhongxiao Fuxing Station, Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, Ximen Station, Longshan Temple Station, Banqiao Station, and Xinpu Station",
    "ModifyDate": "Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:46:20 GMT"
  },
  {
    "Title": "Facilities Outside the Station",
    "BlockText": "\r\n\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t1. Signs for the Disabled\r\n\r\n\t\t\tSigns outside stations direct people with disabilities to use wheelchair ramps to access the station.\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t2. Tactile Guide Paths for the Visually Impaired\r\n\r\n\t\t\tTo lead the visually impaired to the station entrance or elevator. However, in line with Taipei City Government’s policy, tactile guide paths for the visually impaired were not installed anymore on the sidewalk outside stations that commenced service after 2008.\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t3. Wheelchair Ramps\r\n\r\n\t\t\tWheelchair ramps are installed for people with disabilities to enter the station safely.\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t4. Parking for the Disabled\r\n\r\n\t\t\tParking for the disabled is offered at all metro station parking lots. The spaces are located near the main entrance to the station.\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\r\n",
    "ModifyDate": "Mon, 11 Dec 2017 06:21:11 GMT"
  },
  {
    "Title": "Train Facilities",
    "BlockText": "1. Reserved Spaces for WheelchairsTamsui-Xinyi Line, Songshan-Xindian Line, Zhonghe-Xinlu Line, Bannan LineReserved spaces for wheelchairs are located at both ends of the trainbehind the driver's compartment. Although passengers in wheelchairsmay board the train from any door, boarding from the lead carriage isrecommended so that the driver may provide assistance if necessary.Wenhu LineReserved spaces for wheelchairs are located in each carriage. Althoughpassengers in wheelchairs may board the train from any door, boardingfrom the lead or tail carriage is recommended as these are usually lesscrowded. Wheelchair-bound passengers should locate themselves between the four stainless steel poles in the train.2. Priority SeatsFor elderly, pregnant or disabled passengers, priority seats are installedin each carriage. To differentiate the priority seats from regular seats,and to promote Metro etiquette and concern for those in need, "darkblue priority seats" have been installed on all trains.3. Train Passenger Information SystemsTamsui-Xinyi Line, Songshan-Xindian Line, Zhonghe-Xinlu Line, Bannan LineIncludes public address system, destination indicator, station indicator and train route indicator. Driver broadcasts station names, general advisory announcements and emergency information via pre-recorded train announcements. Passengers can determine the train operation direction from destination indicators and train route indicators and acquire arrival and transfer information from station indicators.Wenhu LineIncludes public address system and station indicators. OCC broadcasts station names, general advisory announcements and emergency information via pre-recorded train announcements. Passengers can acquire arrival and transfer information from station indicators.",
    "ModifyDate": "Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:37:49 GMT"
  }
]