concept   gangster
culture   South Korea
statement   Gangsters in South Korean culture are often portrayed as villains in media, but are also connected to historical context and youth subcultures.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gang South Korea Can be associated with youth subcultures, fashion, and social hierarchy 1
2 gangster South Korea Gangsters are typically depicted as villains in media, associated with crime and violence, and are not romanticized. 1
3 gangster South Korea Commonly portrayed in popular media as a member of a yakuza or similar organized crime group, with specific historical context in Japan and South Korea. 1
4 mafia South Korea Often romanticized in popular media, associated with honor and loyalty 1
5 organized crime South Korea Yakuza and other criminal organizations have significant influence 1
6 prison gangs South Korea Strict control and monitoring within prison facilities to prevent the formation of organized gangs, resulting in lower prevalence of prison gang activities 1
7 professional gangster South Korea Viewed as a criminal and despicable figure, often portrayed as a villain in movies and media 1