“Shine On!” is a TV-Specific series that has focused on the lives of the disabled since it was launched in 1999. “Barrier-free Variety Show” was launched in 2010 as a monthly special feature. It explores the situations and feelings encountered by the disabled in their daily lives using the format of a light-hearted variety show. It was born of a strong desire among disabled people to sweep away the stereotypes that are typically reinforced by welfareoriented TV programmes. It’s crafted by disabled people, with segments that include quizzes, various kinds of humour, and other content that they find interesting. In this sense, “barrier-free” takes on the broader meaning of bringing disabled and ablebodied people together through the medium of laughter.