Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being an auctioneer in Shimonita is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds chirping, and I’m thinkin’, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
First off, I hit up the local café on Kōen-dōri. Best coffee in town, no cap. I grab my usual—black coffee, no sugar. I need that jolt, ya know? But the barista, bless her heart, spills half of it on me. I’m like, “Great, just what I needed!” Now I’m rockin’ a coffee-stained shirt. Awesome.
So, I rush over to the auction house on Shimonita’s main street. It’s a small place, but it’s got character. Old wooden beams, creaky floors, the whole vibe. I’m setting up for the big auction today. We got some rare stuff—like this ancient pottery from the Jomon period. Super cool, right? But then, I find out the seller’s late. Like, really late. I’m pacing, sweating bullets.
Finally, this dude rolls in, all casual. I’m like, “Dude, where you been?” He just shrugs. I’m fuming inside. I mean, c’mon! We’re in Shimonita, not Tokyo! Time is money, man!
The auction starts, and it’s packed. People from all over, even some tourists. I’m up there, doing my thing, and it’s wild. Bids are flying like crazy. I’m trying to keep up, but my brain’s like, “What’s happening?” I’m shouting, “Do I hear 10,000 yen?” and some guy in the back yells, “15,000!” I’m like, “Whoa, slow down, buddy!”
Then, outta nowhere, this lady in the front row stands up. She’s waving her hands like she’s at a rock concert. Turns out, she’s bidding on this weird-looking vase. I mean, it’s ugly as sin! But hey, beauty’s in the eye of the beholder, right? I’m just trying to keep a straight face while she’s all, “I need this vase!”
And then, bam! The power goes out. Just like that. I’m standing there in the dark, heart racing. People are murmuring, and I’m thinking, “Great, just great.” But then, someone pulls out their phone and turns on the flashlight. It’s like a mini rave in there! I’m laughing, trying to keep the energy up. “Who needs lights when you got phones?”
Finally, the power comes back, and we’re back in business. The bids keep climbing, and I’m feeling pumped. I’m like, “This is it! Shimonita’s finest!” But then, I see my buddy Kenji in the back, and he’s just shaking his head. I’m like, “What’s up, man?” He tells me he’s got a better vase at home. I’m like, “Dude, why didn’t you bring it?”
By the end of the day, we sold the pottery for way more than I expected. I’m on cloud nine! But then, I step outside, and it’s pouring rain. Of course! Just my luck. I’m soaked, but I’m still smiling. I mean, it’s Shimonita, right?
I grab some yakitori from a street vendor on Shimonita’s back alleys. Best food ever! I’m munching away, thinking about how crazy today was. I love this city, even when it drives me nuts.
So, yeah, that was my day. Full of ups and downs, but that’s what makes it fun. Can’t wait to do it all again tomorrow!