Man, what a day! Ueno-ebisumachi, you wild beast! I woke up thinking it’d be just another chill day teaching folks how to drive. But nah, the universe had other plans.
First off, I’m rollin’ down the streets of Ueno-ebisumachi, right? The sun’s shining, birds are chirping, and I’m like, “Today’s gonna be great!” I hit up Ebisumachi Street, and boom! Traffic jam. Like, seriously? It’s 9 AM! Who’s out here causing chaos? I swear, if I see one more person texting while driving, I might just lose it.
Finally, I get to the driving school. My first student, this dude named Kenji, shows up late. Like, come on, man! I’m here trying to teach you how to not crash into a vending machine, and you can’t even show up on time? He rolls in, all flustered, and I’m like, “Dude, you’re not gonna win any races like that.”
So we hop in the car, and I’m trying to keep it cool. We’re cruising down Ueno-ebisumachi, and I’m pointing out the cool spots. “Look, Kenji! There’s the Ueno Park! You can see the cherry blossoms in spring!” But he’s too busy staring at his phone. I’m like, “Bro, eyes on the road!”
Then, outta nowhere, this cat jumps in front of us. I slam the brakes, and Kenji’s like, “What the heck?!” I’m just sitting there, heart racing, thinking, “Is this how I go? Taken out by a cat in Ueno?”
After that little drama, we hit the streets again. I’m trying to teach him parallel parking, and let me tell ya, it’s a disaster. He’s all over the place, bumping into the curb like it’s his best friend. I’m yelling, “Dude, you’re not trying to hug the curb! You’re trying to park!”
Finally, we take a break at this little café on Ebisumachi Street. I grab a matcha latte, and it’s like heaven in a cup. Kenji’s still sweating bullets, and I’m just trying to chill. I’m like, “Dude, it’s just driving. You’re not defusing a bomb!”
After the break, we hit the road again. This time, I’m feeling optimistic. We’re driving past the Ueno Zoo, and I’m like, “Look at those cute pandas!” But Kenji’s still in panic mode. I’m thinking, “If you can’t handle a panda, how are you gonna handle a roundabout?”
Then, we get to this roundabout near Ueno Station. It’s chaos! Cars everywhere, people walking, and I’m like, “Kenji, just breathe!” He’s gripping the wheel like it’s a life raft. I’m half-laughing, half-crying. “You got this, man! Just pretend you’re in a video game!”
Finally, we make it through, and I’m like, “See? You survived! You’re a driving ninja now!” He’s all smiles, and I’m feeling proud.
But then, as we’re heading back, I see this street performer on the corner of Ebisumachi. He’s doing some crazy dance, and I’m like, “Dude, I need to learn those moves!” Kenji’s laughing, and I’m thinking, “Maybe I should quit teaching and join the circus.”
By the end of the day, I’m exhausted but happy. Ueno-ebisumachi, you’ve thrown me some curveballs, but I love ya! I drop Kenji off, and he’s like, “Thanks, man! I think I’m ready for my test!” I’m like, “You better be! Or I’m gonna have to teach you how to walk!”
What a day, right? Ueno-ebisumachi, you never cease to amaze me!