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102-Year-Old Climbs Mount Fuji, Inspires with Art Dreams

9/5/2025

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Kokichi Akuzawa, 102, became the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji on August 5, 2025.
He camped for two nights with family and friends before the ascent.
Despite health challenges and decreased stamina, he trained for three months by walking and climbing.
Akuzawa appreciates his companions' support, acknowledging he couldn't have completed the climb alone.
He plans to paint Mount Fuji scenes and continues to volunteer and teach painting.

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Story summary

Kokichi Akuzawa, 102, became the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji on August 5, 2025.
He camped for two nights with family and friends before the ascent.
Despite health challenges and decreased stamina, he trained for three months by walking and climbing.
Akuzawa appreciates his companions' support, acknowledging he couldn't have completed the climb alone.
He plans to paint Mount Fuji scenes and continues to volunteer and teach painting.