Abstract
In comparison with Lifetime Homes (Japanese version), two Japanese Guidelines for the settlement of aged persons were studied on the universal degree from the viewpoints of continuous self-supporting life and social participation.The following technological items are listed on the basis of their transferability;1) The two Japanese guidelines premises the usual existence of assistance or care workers.2) The additional items are necessary for the Lifetime Homes(Japanese version) owing to the floor finish and thermal environment according with Japanese lifestyle.3) In spite of new construction or refurbishment of residences on the Guidelines, it is not easy to make ensure the continuous self-supporting life and social participation.
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