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The Yakuza franchise, also known as Like a Dragon in Japan, is an action-adventure and role-playing game series developed by Sega. It follows Kazuma Kiryu and later Ichiban Kasuga as they navigate Japan’s criminal underworld. Known for its intense drama, combat, and humorous side content, the franchise includes main games, spin-offs, and adaptations.

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Yakuza
Created by
Toshihiro Nagoshi
Cast
Takaya Kuroda, Kazuhiro Nakaya, Hidenari Ugaki, Rie Kugimiya, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Yumi Asou, Yoko Maki, Hitoshi Ozawa, Tatsuya Fujiwara, Kenta Miyake, Masami Nagasawa, Koichi Yamadera, George Takei
Character(s)
Kazuma Kiryu, Ichiban Kasuga, Goro Majima, Taiga Saejima, Haruka Sawamura, Makoto Date, Shun Akiyama, Masumi Arakawa, Ryuji Goda, Daigo Dojima, Joon-gi Han, Tianyou Zhao, Seong-hui, Eri Kamataki
Latest TV Show
Like a Dragon: Yakuza
TV Show(s)
Like a Dragon: Yakuza

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