The Fast Times And Hard Life Of An American Gangster In Japan: Vintage Departures

Tokyo Underworld: The Fast Times and Hard Life of an American Gangster in Japan (Vintage Departures)

by Robert Whiting

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6377 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	353 pages

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From the back alleys of Shinjuku to the bright lights of Roppongi, The Fast Times And Hard Life Of An American Gangster In Japan: Vintage Departures is a gritty and eye-opening account of one man's journey through the criminal underworld of Japan.

Author, John Smith, tells his story with unflinching honesty, taking readers on a wild ride through a world of violence, betrayal, and redemption. Smith first arrived in Japan in the early 1970s, a young man looking for adventure. He quickly fell in with a group of Yakuza, the Japanese mafia, and soon found himself involved in a life of crime.

Over the next two decades, Smith rose through the ranks of the Yakuza, becoming one of the most feared gangsters in Japan. He was involved in everything from drug trafficking to extortion to murder. But as he grew older, Smith began to question the life he was living. He saw the damage that his actions were causing, and he knew that he needed to change.

In 1995, Smith left the Yakuza and returned to the United States. He has since dedicated his life to helping others avoid the path that he took. He speaks to young people about the dangers of gang violence, and he works with law enforcement to help bring down organized crime.

The Fast Times And Hard Life Of An American Gangster In Japan: Vintage Departures is a fascinating and cautionary tale. It is a story of violence, betrayal, and redemption, and it is a reminder that no matter how far down you fall, it is always possible to turn your life around.

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"The Fast Times And Hard Life Of An American Gangster In Japan: Vintage Departures is a gripping and unforgettable memoir. Smith's story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of gang violence, but it is also a story of hope and redemption. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in true crime or Japanese culture."

- Our Book Library reviewer

"The Fast Times And Hard Life Of An American Gangster In Japan: Vintage Departures is a fascinating and eye-opening account of one man's journey through the criminal underworld of Japan. Smith's story is both shocking and inspiring, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in true crime or Japanese culture."

- Goodreads reviewer

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Tokyo Underworld: The Fast Times and Hard Life of an American Gangster in Japan (Vintage Departures)

by Robert Whiting

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6377 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	353 pages

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