Japan's 100 Famous Mountains 100 peaks that can be climbed by anyone willing to make the effort. Some easy, some hard. An average height of 2,200 meters, with thirteen over 3,000 meters. Who on earth would try to conquer the whole lot in 100 days? Two crazy Kiwis, that's who In May 1997, Craig McLachlan and Travis Taiaroa set out on the ultimate adventure. As Craig said before they started out, "Over-planning kills adventure ." They didn't over-plan. This is the story of their 78-day journey to summit all of the 100 Famous Mountains, and the fascinating adventures they had along the way....
Japan's 100 Famous Mountains 100 peaks that can be climbed by anyone willing to make the effort. Some easy, some hard. An average height of 2,200 met...
Japan is a fascinating country 125 million people in a country only slightly larger than New Zealand, and just as mountainous. We've all seen the TV footage - cramped housing, industrial haze and crowded trains - but what about 'the real Japan'? Spectacular mountains, twisting rivers, hidden harbours and rugged coastlines. This is the story of Craig McLachlan's 99 day walk from one end to the other in search of 'the real Japan'. 1993 - what a year to do it The year of the endless rainy season The year without a summer The year of earhtquakes, tsunami and typhoons - and sore feet This is...
Japan is a fascinating country 125 million people in a country only slightly larger than New Zealand, and just as mountainous. We've all seen the TV ...
