What’s a Japanese mobster to do in retirement? Join a softball team
New York Times: They've done years of hard time. Now they want to stay out of trouble.
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Japan to reopen to cruise ships after 2 1/2-year ban
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Tensions have skyrocketed as North Korea continues its weapons demonstrations.
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