concept   organized crime
culture   Japan
statement   The yakuza and other criminal organizations hold significant influence in Japan and South Korea with a long and specific historical context.

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1 gang Japan Can be associated with youth subcultures, fashion, and social hierarchy 1
2 gang Japan Seen in a more positive light, often associated with loyalty, honor, and camaraderie, as depicted in popular media such as movies and manga. 1
3 gang Japan Gangs like the Yakuza may have a more complex role in society, with involvement in business, politics, and traditional codes of conduct. 1
4 gang Japan Gangs, known as 'yakuza', have a long history and are sometimes involved in legitimate businesses and community activities. 1
5 gangster Japan Gangsters are typically depicted as villains in media, associated with crime and violence, and are not romanticized. 1
6 gangster Japan 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
7 mafia Japan Often romanticized in popular media, associated with honor and loyalty 1
8 organized crime Japan Yakuza and other criminal organizations have significant influence 1
9 organized crime Japan Existence of strict laws and measures to combat organized crime 1
10 prison gangs Japan Strict control and monitoring within prison facilities to prevent the formation of organized gangs, resulting in lower prevalence of prison gang activities 1
11 prison gangs Japan Strong influence of organized crime syndicates within the prison system, impacting inmate hierarchy and power dynamics 1
12 professional gangster Japan Viewed as a criminal and despicable figure, often portrayed as a villain in movies and media 1
13 professional gangster Japan Professional gangsters are associated with organized crime and are viewed as a serious threat to public safety and social order. 1