Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, It's Up Mt Fuji I Go..

Sorry for the lack of Korea photos, I'm still waiting for my friend to email me the first set which I backed up on her computer.

But here's a little taster..

This is me standing in North Korea- yes you read that right- next to a South Korean soldier
in an aggressive 'ready' Taekwondo stance.

So tomorrow 22nd August at 5am GMT I start my ascent of Mt Fuji! I'll be climbing for about 24 hours, so please think of me and send me some energy and luck!!  

It'll probably be the toughest physical challenge I ever do!!

5 reasons I'm putting myself through the pain and agony of the climb:

1. Bragging rights. Simple.
2. To see the millions of stars visible at a height of 3.5km
3. To walk above the clouds
4. To watch a beautiful sunrise and get a good photo
5. To stand on the crater of one of the world's most famous volcano!!

Packing before hitting 'The Fuuj'
Hello Kitty hat, Welsh flag and crazy calorie bars not to be forgotten!!