Across the World: Japan

10 climbers perish

At least six of the 10 mountain climbers found dead in northern Japan died of hypothermia during strong winds and rain, a news report said on Friday.

Nine died while climbing Mount Tomuraushi on Hokkaido, Japan's main northern island, said Hokkaido police spokesman Masafumi Yamasaki. Eight were part of an 18-member group tour, while the other was climbing alone. A 10th person died on another mountain on Hokkaido, he said.