Although the regular Nodakai Sword Auction is held at our Noda headquarters on the 3rd and 19th of every month, the June 3 meeting is a special annual event held at a hotel venue as a way of expressing our appreciation to the sword dealers who regularly support and attend Nodakai.
On the evening before the auction, we held a banquet to strengthen friendships among participants. This year, everyone enjoyed a special performance by Keiko, a pole dancer and magician who holds the title of World Pole Dance Champion.
There was concern that Typhoon No. 6, accompanied by extremely strong winds, might make a direct impact on the morning of June 3. Fortunately, the situation was not as severe as feared, and more than fifty sword dealers attended, as they do each year.
The auction featured many attractive items, including Juyo Token blades, a tsuba by Shoami Denbei, and numerous fresh-to-the-market pieces. Thanks to the enthusiastic participation of the attendees, the event concluded successfully and in a lively atmosphere.
Our staff spent two busy days preparing for and managing the event, but it was a rewarding and fulfilling experience for all of us.