How Japan's Gen-Z Killed Yakuza Gang

Japan’s Yakuza, once known for power, tattoos, and strict codes, is now on the verge of disappearing. The new generation of Gen Z in Japan sees no value in old‑school gang culture. With fewer than 10,000 aging members left, the Yakuza is a shadow of its past. Tough laws, digital payments, and modern values have pushed the youth away from the well‑known Japanese gang culture.