YAKUZA
He Was a Yakuza. Now He Wants to Govern.
“Someone has to change Japan,” the former gangster told VICE World News.
‘You’ll Regret This For the Rest of Your Life’: Yakuza Boss Told Judge After Death Sentence
The Japanese gang leader remained defiant following his sentencing.
How Sega's Localization Team Has Faithfully Kept Yakuza Quirky and Weird
Yakuza has gone from cult status to helping sell next-generation video game consoles, and kept its identity the
'Yakuza: Like a Dragon' Needs a Hero Worth Following
The switch to JRPG mechanics goes smoothly, but the everyday heroes of the story can't always tell the villains apart from the good guys.
The Movement Towards a More ‘Tattoo Friendly’ Japan
Tattoos have long been stigmatised in Japan, with tattooed individuals being turned away from establishments. Female tattoo enthusiast Miho Kawasaki is helping change all that.
An Afternoon With the Yakuza: Japan’s Most Notorious Crime Syndicate
A group member reflects on their violent reputation and uncertain future as they face a public relations crisis in Japan.
Celebrate Your Freedom with the Anime About Trans Japanese Gangsters Becoming Pop Idols!
As I’ve noted before, I’m not here to explain a culture, just to convey its richness.
In 'Yakuza 6,' Family Is More Important Than Fists
Come for the crime drama, stay for the breakdown of various parenting styles.
Some Thoughts on Several Hours With The Very Good Crime Boys of 'Yakuza 6'
'Yakuza 6: The Song of Life' is jam packed with fun fights, incredible dialogue, and lots of dad Kiryu.
Could Tom Brady, Who Lost to Big Dick Nick, Beat Monster Hunter?
Sit down, Tom Brady, and listen to our thoughts on good platformers and Yakuza too.
WikiLeaks Founder No Longer Stateless, El Chapo Trial Delayed, and Earthquakes Hit Iraq: The VICE Morning Bulletin
All the news worth reading this morning.
The VICE Morning Bulletin
Senators said to be "close" on major immigration deal, YouTube backs away from Logan Paul over controversial video, Trump says interview with Mueller "unlikely," and more.