The Noda-kai Sword Auction held its “Semi-Annual Auction” at Business Hotel Noda. As a token of appreciation to all sword dealers participating in the monthly “Regular auctions” held on the 3rd and 19th of each month, we host the “Semi-Annual Auction” on December 3rd and the “Annual Auction” on June 3rd at a local hotel each year. Once again, a large number of sword dealers attended. Lively bidding continued from morning until evening. While most auctions finish early due to reduced items, the participants generously offered many attractive so called ‘ubuni’ items. The staff, who had been busy preparing, breathed a sigh of relief at the turnout, which exceeded expectations.