Early, very early, Tuesday morning we headed to Tsukiji fish market to wait in line for a chance to see the fish auction. It was quite an experience. The floor is teeming with men checking all the frozen tuna that are laid out for them. They shine flashlights where the tails have been cut off, and hit the same spot with large hooks, I assume to test the freshness and quality of the fish. Then auctioneers come out to each lot, stand up on a crate and ring bell to signal the beginning of the auction. Everyone bows, and the auction begins. Takes under two minutes and is done. On to the next batch. It was quite fascinating to watch, but difficult to capture since everyone is moving so quickly.
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