The Yamaguchi-gumi, one of Japan’s largest and most notorious yakuza organizations, experienced a significant split a decade ago that has had lasting implications for organized crime in the country. As we mark ten years since this division, law enforcement agencies in Japan are maintaining a heightened state of alert.
The split occurred in 2015 when internal conflicts led to the formation of rival factions within the Yamaguchi-gumi. This division has not only impacted the organization’s structure but has also affected criminal activities and rivalries among yakuza groups across Japan.
Japanese police have been closely monitoring the activities of these factions to prevent violence and maintain public safety. The ongoing vigilance reflects the authorities’ commitment to countering organized crime, which remains a significant issue in various regions of Japan.
Source: news.yahoo.co.jp