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#262 - Inside Japan's DEADLIEST Criminal Enterprise | HBO's Jake Adelstein

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Underworld Intrigues: The Yakuza and Law Enforcement

This chapter explores the historical context of organized crime in Japan post-World War II, focusing on the Yakuza and the introduction of anti-organized crime laws in the 1990s. It recounts significant events, a gruesome crime involving an exotic pet shop, and the challenges faced during police investigations of disappearances linked to organized crime figures. The discussion provides a candid look into the complexities of reporting on and navigating the dangerous world of the Yakuza, revealing the blurred lines between morality and survival.

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