mountain climber; climber; hiker
Refers to a person who climbs mountains, often used in contexts like mountain accidents, weather warnings, or tourism.
The mountain climbers set out early in the morning.
Due to bad weather, climbers were advised to be cautious.
Compound of 登山 (tozan, 'mountain climbing') + 客 (kyaku, 'guest' or 'visitor'), literally 'mountain-climbing guest'.