Japanese climber Nobokazu Kuriki (L) accept his permit to climb Everest. Photo: AFP
Japanese climber Nobokazu Kuriki (L) accept his permit to climb Everest. Photo: AFP
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Japanese climber Nobukazu Kuriki will lead first Mt Everest expedition since devastating earthquakes

Kuriki said he is climbing the mountain to spread the message that Nepal poses no danger to tourists.

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Updated: 7:00am, 24 Aug, 2015

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Japanese climber Nobokazu Kuriki (L) accept his permit to climb Everest. Photo: AFP
Japanese climber Nobokazu Kuriki (L) accept his permit to climb Everest. Photo: AFP
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