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An Ex-Yakuza Udon Noodle Shop

We follow former members of the Japanese yakuza gang as they work to return to society by opening an udon shop. The Organized Crime Exclusion Ordinance and movements to banish yakuza members have led to a decrease in their numbers. In other words, ex-yakuza are increasing with each year, but returning to society isn't easy for them. The employment rate for ex-yakuza is about 2%. In Kitakyushu, ex-yakuza Nakamoto and fellow former inmates learn how to make udon noodles and wait on customers in order to open an udon shop.

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  • Originally Aired August 10, 2018
  • Network NHK
  • Created October 20, 2025 by
    morbus
  • Modified October 20, 2025 by
    morbus