For yakuza members, tattoos don't just mark your body. It marks the end of your life as a civilian. In this clip, investigative reporter Jake Adelstein explains the deep connection between tattoos and Yakuza culture, even describing the ink as a form of “corporate branding” for members. Watch the full episode of Inside the Life to hear more of Jake’s firsthand stories from Japan’s criminal underworld. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. | The Mob
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