: Using front companies to manipulate the stock market and provide high-interest loans.
: Numbers have dropped from 180,000 in the 1960s to fewer than 25,000 today. The Future of the Syndicate
: Elaborate, full-body hand-poked tattoos signify strength and commitment. The Yakuza
: The first major legislative blow to gang autonomy.
: They adopted a strict "Oyabun-Kobun" (father-son) hierarchy. Cultural Identity and Rituals : Using front companies to manipulate the stock
: Unlike many gangs, they often have registered offices and business cards. Modern Business Operations
The Yakuza are defined by a complex code of conduct and visual symbols that distinguish them from common criminals. The Yakuza
: As they are pushed out of the "gray zone," many are turning to petty crime or cyber-fraud to survive.