For many years, traditional Japanese tattoos were associated with the yakuza, Japan's mafia, and some businesses in Japan and public baths still ban tattooed customers. Yoshihito's most devoted ...

Crime Connections – Tattoos have historically been linked to the yakuza (Japanese organized crime syndicates). Traditional yakuza tattoos, known as irezumi, feature intricate full-body designs ...

These groups are seen working with established yakuza groups, adding complexity to Japan's crime scenes, according to police reports. Tattoos are still often associated with yakuza and other ...

Membership of Japan's yakuza criminal underworld hit a new low of 18,800 in 2024 after years of decline, falling below the 20,000 mark for the first time, police data showed on Thursday. Participants ...

These groups are seen working with established yakuza groups, adding complexity to Japan's crime scenes, according to police reports. Tattoos are still often associated with yakuza and other "anti ...

These groups are seen working with established yakuza groups, adding complexity to Japan's crime scenes, according to police reports. Tattoos are still often associated with yakuza and other "anti ...