This tome gathers the myths, codes, and blood‑lines of the modern Yakuza. From the neon‑lit alleys of Shinjuku to the quiet tea houses of Kyoto, each chapter reveals a fragment of a world where honor and shadow intertwine.
| Oyabun | Boss – the patriarch who commands absolute authority. |
| Kobun | Underlings – members who swear fealty to the oyabun. |
| Giri | Obligation – a debt of honor that must be repaid. |
| Ninkyo | Chivalry – the moral code governing conduct. |
| Bakuto | Gambler – historically linked to dice games and underground betting. |
| Sekiyu | Territory – a defined district controlled by a clan. |
Territory: Shinjuku Night Market
Known for controlling nightclubs, illegal gambling, and high‑end protection rackets.
Territory: Ginza Luxury District
Specializes in money‑laundering through upscale boutiques and art galleries.
Territory: Osaka Dockyards
Dominates smuggling routes and controls waterfront warehouses.
Tag line: Charismatic mastermind behind the Shinjuku empire.
Bio: Born into a modest merchant family, Kaito rose through the ranks by blending street‑wise intuition with a scholar’s patience. He unified rival crews under the Red Dragon banner, turning fragmented night‑clubs into a coordinated network of protection rackets, gambling dens, and covert logistics. His diplomatic skill keeps uneasy truces alive, while his personal code of “justice for the weak” earns him a near‑mythic reputation among lower‑level kobun.
“A true lord protects his people, even when the shadows whisper.”
Signature weapon: Damascus katana with a gold‑etched hilt.
Allies: White Lotus’s finance chief, Silver Koi’s dockmaster.
Tag line: The iron‑fisted guardian of Ginza’s gilded façade.
Bio: Trained in classical kendo and modern close‑quarters combat, Mika earned her place as the White Lotus’ chief enforcer after dismantling a rival syndicate’s assault on a high‑profile art auction. She now oversees the clan’s security operations, ensuring that every transaction—legal or illicit—remains untraceable. Her stoic demeanor hides a fierce loyalty to the clan’s vision of “clean” money laundering.
“Loyalty is earned in blood, not spoken in promises.”
Signature weapons: Twin brass sai, concealed wrist blades.
Special skill: Rapid‑response tactical planning.
Tag line: The quiet architect of Osaka’s maritime empire.
Bio: A former naval engineer turned smuggler, Hiroshi designs the intricate routes that move contraband from Southeast Asia to Osaka’s dockyards. His analytical mind turned the Silver Koi’s modest fleet into a synchronized convoy system that evades customs inspections with near‑perfect timing. Though rarely seen in public, his influence shapes every major operation the clan undertakes.
“Every tide brings a new opportunity; we just have to be ready.”
Signature tool: Custom lock‑pick set with a built‑in micro‑camera.
Network: Contacts in Hong Kong, Manila, and Singapore.
Key Business: Nightclubs, underground gambling, extortion.
Key Business: High‑end boutiques, art laundering, cryptocurrency exchanges.
Key Business: Smuggling, container theft, maritime insurance fraud.
Gold‑plated tsuba (guard) bearing the Red Dragon crest. Passed down through generations of the Takahashi line.
Hand‑written calligraphy of the clan’s motto: 「義と忠は永遠」 (“Justice and loyalty endure forever”).
Digital ledger encrypted with a custom AES‑256 key, used for tracking offshore accounts.