The Yakuza (480p 2027)

: They adopted a strict "Oyabun-Kobun" (father-son) hierarchy. Cultural Identity and Rituals

: Numbers have dropped from 180,000 in the 1960s to fewer than 25,000 today. The Future of the Syndicate The Yakuza

: As they are pushed out of the "gray zone," many are turning to petty crime or cyber-fraud to survive. The Yakuza

Since the 1990s, the Japanese government has intensified its crackdown on organized crime. The Yakuza

: Itinerant peddlers who sold illicit or low-quality goods.

: Unlike many gangs, they often have registered offices and business cards. Modern Business Operations

: The "Sokaiya" practice of extorting corporations by threatening to disrupt shareholder meetings. The Turning Point: Anti-Gang Legislation