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Organized Crime: The Yakuza (8/18/24)
18 de ago. de 2024 ·
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Organized Crime: The Yakuza (8/18/24)
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The Yakuza is a powerful and notorious organized crime syndicate in Japan with origins dating back to the Edo period (1603-1868). Initially formed from groups of peddlers and gamblers, the...
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The Yakuza is a powerful and notorious organized crime syndicate in Japan with origins dating back to the Edo period (1603-1868). Initially formed from groups of peddlers and gamblers, the Yakuza evolved into highly structured criminal organizations with a strict hierarchical system, where loyalty to the boss, known as the oyabun, is paramount.
The Yakuza is involved in a wide range of criminal activities, including extortion, drug trafficking, human trafficking, illegal gambling, and cybercrime. They also have a significant influence in Japan’s corporate and political spheres, often using their power to manipulate businesses and elections.
Known for their elaborate tattoos and ritualistic practices, such as finger amputation (yubitsume) as a form of apology, the Yakuza is deeply embedded in Japanese culture. Despite increased government crackdowns and declining membership, the Yakuza has proven resilient, adapting to modern challenges and maintaining a presence both in Japan and internationally.
While feared for their criminal activities, the Yakuza also hold a paradoxical position in society, occasionally providing aid during disasters and maintaining a complex relationship with Japanese culture and politics. The future of the Yakuza is uncertain, but their ability to evolve suggests they will continue to be a significant force in the underworld.
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The Yakuza is involved in a wide range of criminal activities, including extortion, drug trafficking, human trafficking, illegal gambling, and cybercrime. They also have a significant influence in Japan’s corporate and political spheres, often using their power to manipulate businesses and elections.
Known for their elaborate tattoos and ritualistic practices, such as finger amputation (yubitsume) as a form of apology, the Yakuza is deeply embedded in Japanese culture. Despite increased government crackdowns and declining membership, the Yakuza has proven resilient, adapting to modern challenges and maintaining a presence both in Japan and internationally.
While feared for their criminal activities, the Yakuza also hold a paradoxical position in society, occasionally providing aid during disasters and maintaining a complex relationship with Japanese culture and politics. The future of the Yakuza is uncertain, but their ability to evolve suggests they will continue to be a significant force in the underworld.
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to contact me:
bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
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