Jiro Kurihara

All of us at Yamnuska Mountain Adventures and Yamnuska Mountain Tours are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and colleague Jiro Kurihara after a climbing accident in Alaska on Mt Frances.  Jiro was a passionate climber who loved the outdoors and our thoughts are with his family.  He worked as a hiking guide and assistant rock guide for Yamnuska on his way through the mountain guiding certification process.

In addition to being a skilled climber he was a gifted photographer. His outgoing personality and big smile will be missed by every member of the climbing community. Our focus is on supporting his family and co-workers through this difficult time.

Update:

Memorial Service For

JIRO KURIHARA - 1977-2011

 

At the Rolston Recital Hall, Banff Centre, Banff AB.

http://www.banffcentre.ca/about/directions-maps/

Friday June 3rd, 2011 at 5:30pm

(The door opens at 5:30, Service starts 6:00)

 

Please join us in a celebration of the life of Jiro Kurihara

 

Jiro was a passionate and talented mountain man who loved the outdoors and the Canadian Rockies.

Born in Tokyo, 1977. Died in Denali National Park, Alaska, 21st of May 2011

 

Dress code - Smart Casual

Donations may given by cheque to Jiro's wife, Junko Kurihara at the registration

 

Arrangements being made by Hiroshi Namba, Michiko Okuyama and many of Jiro's friends contact@yamnuskaguides.com