Japanese court sentences Yakuza boss to death

Satoru Nomura, head of the Kudokai crime syndicate, was sentenced to death by a Japanese court for ordering multiple violent attacks, despite a lack of direct evidence. His absolute control over the group was deemed sufficient for ultimate responsibility. The case highlights the changing perception and declining influence of the yakuza in Japan, as stricter regulations and social intolerance grow.

What was Satoru Nomura accused of orchestrating?

What was the verdict given to Satoru Nomura by the Fukoka District Court?

What did Nomura reportedly say to the judge after his sentencing?

What factors have contributed to the decline in yakuza memberships in recent decades?

How do yakuza groups operate within Japanese society despite their criminal activities?