The Wild Ones: The Osaka Yakuza War
Sakamoto Toshiya (Kawahara Hideyuki), a young assistant head of the Yamashinkai, is imprisoned himself after his partner is killed in a feud with the Takahara family. When Sakamoto was released from prison eight years later and returned to the Yamashinkai, the organization was already under the control of the Takahara family and was involved in the sale of shabu, which was a taboo practice. Sakamoto tries to rebuild the organization with Yamahashi and his subordinate, Asada, but the Takahara family spots him and the chairman, Hirano, excommunicates him.
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Plot Summary
This documentary delves into the violent and complex world of the Osaka yakuza, exploring the historical power struggles and ongoing conflicts within the criminal organizations in Japan's second-largest metropolitan area. It offers a rare glimpse into the lives and methods of these notorious figures.
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- Documentaries on the yakuza often highlight the rituals and codes of honor.
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Fun Fact
The yakuza's origins are complex, with some historical accounts tracing their roots back to Edo-period gamblers and peddlers.
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