Friday July 28, 2023 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

The yakuza are often depicted in pop culture as either a group of outsiders trying to live life on their own terms or as a sophisticated, violent criminal organization. But which is it? Are the yakuza honorable outlaws or common criminals? Join us as we dive into the truth behind who the yakuza really are, their history, and examine how they’ve been depicted across anime, film, and video games.

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