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Kudokai yakuza group undergoes leadership change
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Kudokai yakuza group undergoes leadership change

The Kudokai yakuza organization is undergoing a leadership change, with Satoru Nomura stepping down as leader. Nomura was appointed in 2011 and received a life sentence for his involvement in attacks on civilians. He will be succeeded by Fumio Tanoue, who currently serves as the group's chairman. This transition marks a shift in leadership within the organization, though details on the reasons behind the change or any implications for the group's activities remain unspecified.

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Kudokai yakuza group undergoes leadership change

The Kudokai yakuza organization is undergoing a leadership change, with Satoru Nomura stepping down as leader. Nomura was appointed in 2011 and received a life sentence for his involvement in attacks on civilians. He will be succeeded by Fumio Tanoue, who currently serves as the group's chairman. This transition marks a shift in leadership within the organization, though details on the reasons behind the change or any implications for the group's activities remain unspecified.

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