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The Enigmatic World of the Yakuza: Japan's Underworld Empire
The Yakuza, one of the most powerful and storied criminal organizations across the globe, has long fascinated observers with its blend of myth and reality. Known for their tattoos, ceremonious practices, and complex internal structures, this organization boasts a membership exceeding that of all American mafia groups combined. As American federal authorities first confronted the Yakuza in the late 1960s, especially in places like Honolulu, they came face to face with an organization redefining criminal enterprise.