The Yakuza currently face an existential crisis. Older members are retiring, and younger generations find the lifestyle—and its legal consequences—unattractive.
In the 20th and 21st centuries, the Yakuza transitioned from street crime to high-level white-collar activity. The Yakuza
: Unlike many gangs, they often have registered offices and business cards. Modern Business Operations The Yakuza currently face an existential crisis
: Elaborate, full-body hand-poked tattoos signify strength and commitment. The Yakuza
: Numbers have dropped from 180,000 in the 1960s to fewer than 25,000 today. The Future of the Syndicate
: A chivalrous code claiming they help the weak and fight the strong.
: The majority of current members are over the age of 50.