If we are asking about the situation right now, then Yakuza wins. The existence of Yakuza is widely accepted by the Japanese society. read more
The Japanese Yakuza is still more powerful because they are responsible for international drug trafficking. The Chinese triads are not that well networked simply because China’s economy and international outreach is not a strong as Japan’s yet. read more
The Yamaguchi-gumi is the biggest yakuza family, accounting for 50% of all yakuza in Japan, with more than 55,000 members divided into 850 clans. Despite more than one decade of police repression, the Yamaguchi-gumi has continued to grow. From its headquarters in Kobe, it directs criminal activities throughout Japan. read more