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This is a story about Hirotaka Takeuchi, a mountaineer who has continued to climb the Himalayan mountains, and his challenge to conquer Mt. Dhaulagiri, his final peak. Hirotaka Takeuchi is the first Japanese person to successfully climb all 14 peaks over 8,000 meters in the Himalayas.He faced the danger of death multiple times, including a severe injury from an avalanche and altitude-induced loss of consciousness, but with an indomitable spirit, he pursued this record for 18 years.This program completely follows his journey as he challenged Mt. Dhaulagiri, the last remaining peak, in May of this year.It fully conveys his feelings for the mountains and his companions, as well as the beauty of the majestic peak that stands proudly.
[Content]18 years after his first successful ascent of an 8,000-meter peak, this year he challenged Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the 7th highest peak in the world and the last one remaining for him, achieving his long-cherished dream.The 14 peaks over 8,000 meters, including Mt. Everest (8,848m), the world's highest peak, are called the "Seats of the Gods."It was considered impossible for an individual to climb them all, but in 1986, the extraordinary Italian Reinhold Messner became the first in the world to achieve this feat.To date, 27 people from 15 countries have conquered all the peaks, but no Japanese person had accomplished it.Japanese mountaineers who had attempted it before all met with misfortune before reaching 10 peaks, their dreams shattered.Hirotaka Takeuchi says, "The world of 8,000 meters is a harsh place where humans should not exist." He challenged the beautiful yet severe nature under conditions of avalanche risk, temperatures below -20 degrees Celsius, and one-third the oxygen level of sea level.This program closely follows his final challenge on the 14 peaks. Through his journey, it depicts the life of a mountaineer captivated by the Himalayas and his continuous spirit of challenge.
■ Bonus Footage: "14peaks!!"An unreleased footage chronicle filmed and edited by Kenrou Nakajima, Hirotaka Takeuchi's partner and photographer.
■ Enclosed Bonus: Leaflet☆ Hirotaka Takeuchi received the 2012 Naoki Uemura Adventure Award!☆ Featured in "NHK Special: Challenging the Ascent of All 8,000m Himalayan Peaks" (Broadcast on NHK General on December 9, 2012)
○ Broadcast on NHK BS Premium on August 18, 2012Documentary / Retail / Main Feature 89 minutes / 1920×1080i Full HD / Stereo Linear PCM / Single-Layer / Color / Includes Japanese Subtitles