First Woman to Climb Mount Everest In the world of mountaineering, where courage, determination and resilience are essential, one name stands out as a beacon of inspiration- Junko Tabei . Junko Tabei shattered stereotypes and climbed her way into history as the first female to climb Mount Everest on 16 th May, 1975 . Her journey, marked by passion, dedication and a fierce desire to challenge societal norms, continues to inspire generations of mountaineers and adventurers. Early Life and Passion for Climbing Birth date: 22 nd September, 1939 Birth place: Miharu, Fukushima, Empire of Japan Junko Tabei’s love for mountaineering ignited at a young age when she joined a class climbing trip to Mt. Nasu at the age of 10 . This experience left an indelible mark on her, sparking a lifelong passion for conquering mountains. Despite being the fifth daughter among seven children, she was far from frail and pursued her dreams with u...