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My Scholarship entry - Tuna Auction at Tsukiji Fish Market.

JAPAN | Sunday, 23 November 2014 | Views [292] | View Larger Image

The enthusiasm shown by the auctioneer creates an encouraging atmosphere for bidders to participate. While the session is ongoing, one bidder’s attention is not completely diverted away from the tunas. Determined to win his desired lot, he keeps his hand up while others examine the remaining lots behind.

While observing a bidder examines the tuna on one end, the auctioneer holds a loud monotonous ‘hmmm’ across the hall. Chimes of cow bells mark the start of auctioning. Everyone’s attention is diverted to the auctioneer standing out from the crowd on a stool. Looking enthusiastic and actively involved, the auctioneer is keen on selling the tuna lot for maximum profit.

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Within a flash, the auction is over but there is no time for a rest. The auctioneer records the auctioning details for the day. Successful sales of tunas are then loaded immediately into turret trucks that are parked at the bay and are delivered to their respective destinations.

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