Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being a radio operator in Edosaki is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds chirping, and I’m like, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
First off, I grab my coffee from that little joint on Kōen-dōri. You know the one? The barista there, Yuki, she’s got the best latte art. I swear, she could make a cat outta foam. Anyway, I’m sippin’ my coffee, feeling all zen, when my radio crackles to life.
“Emergency! Emergency!” It’s my buddy Kenji. He’s on the other side of town, near the Edosaki River. Apparently, some dude decided to take his pet iguana for a swim. Like, what? Who does that? I’m laughing, but then I realize it’s serious. The iguana’s flippin’ out, and Kenji’s trying to save it while dodging tourists. Classic Edosaki, right?
So, I’m on the radio, trying to coordinate this rescue mission. “Yo, Kenji! Just grab it!” But he’s like, “It’s not that easy, man!” I can hear the chaos in the background. Tourists are snapping pics, and I’m just picturing this poor iguana, flailing around like it’s auditioning for a reality show.
Then, outta nowhere, I get a call about a street festival on Shōwa-dōri. I’m like, “Great! More chaos!” But honestly, I love the festivals. The food, the music, the vibe. But today? Nah. I’m stuck on the radio, trying to save iguanas and keep Kenji from becoming a meme.
Finally, after what feels like an eternity, Kenji manages to snag the iguana. He’s all proud, like he just won the Olympics or something. I’m cracking up, but then I hear sirens. “What now?” I think. Turns out, a street performer on Kōen-dōri set off a firework by accident. Like, who thought that was a good idea?
I’m juggling calls, trying to keep it all together. “Hey, can someone get a fire extinguisher?” I’m yelling into the mic. Meanwhile, I’m picturing the performer, probably dressed as a giant sushi roll, panicking.
After that, I finally get a break. I head out to grab some food. I hit up that ramen spot on Edosaki Street. Best ramen ever! I’m slurping away, thinking, “Man, this is the life.” But then, my phone buzzes. It’s Kenji again. “Dude, you won’t believe this!”
I’m like, “What now?” Turns out, the iguana’s owner showed up, and she’s furious. “You can’t just take my pet!” she’s yelling. I’m rolling my eyes. “Lady, your iguana was about to become sushi!”
So, I rush back to the scene. The owner’s there, and she’s got this whole crowd around her. I’m trying to explain, but she’s not having it. “You don’t understand!” she shouts. I’m thinking, “Yeah, I don’t understand why you thought an iguana needed a swim.”
Finally, I manage to calm her down. I’m like, “Look, your iguana’s safe. Just don’t take it swimming again, okay?” She huffs, but I can see she’s relieved.
By the time I get back to the station, I’m wiped. I plop down in my chair, and my buddy Taro looks at me. “You look like you’ve been through a war.” I laugh. “More like a circus.”
As the sun sets over Edosaki, I can’t help but smile. This city is wild, man. From iguanas to fireworks, it’s never a dull moment. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Just another day in Edosaki, where the unexpected is the norm.