Bodies of missing Japanese climbers found on Mount Gangapurna
Summary
The bodies of two Japanese climbers missing on Mount Gangapurna have been found after a search operation in Manang. Authorities are preparing to transport the bodies to Kathmandu before handing them over to their families in coordination with the Japanese Embassy.
Key Points
- The bodies of Japanese climbers Hidesuke Taneishi and Tetsu Hashimoto were found on Mount Gangapurna in Manang.
- The pair had gone missing while climbing the 7,455-meter peak with a Nepali guide through Kathmandu-based Cosmo Adventure Company.
- Helicopters and rescue teams searched after contact was lost at around 7,050 meters on October 15.
- The bodies will be taken to Kathmandu after autopsies and then handed over to their families with the Japanese Embassy’s coordination.
