Tomoko Ogawa Becomes First Woman to Climb V14

On October 20th, 2012, history was made. Tomoko Ogawa became the first woman to send a V14 by conquering Cathersis at Shiobara. After 3 years of battling this problem she finally made the ascent.

Originally established in 2005 by another Japanese bouldering legend, Dai Koyomada, the second ascent was completed by Daniel Woods earlier in 2012 who confirmed the V14 grade.

It is easy to see in the video that she has spent time on this problem with how calculated and precise her movements are and her celebration is a clear reflection of the struggle.