Hidora Clan (ヒドラ カイ Hi-do-ra Kai)
The Hidora Clan was established in early 2019 by their chairman, Kuragari Hidora, who left the Tojo Clan, anticipating its dissolution six months before the Great Dissolution. The clan operates from a modest office, handling debt collection for loan sharks and overseeing local clubs and bars in Okubo. The selection of Okubo as their territory followed the Korean Mafia's expulsion from the district in 2016, after the Koreans were involved in the destruction of Little China in the Kamurocho District.
The Hidora Clan's transformation into an organized yakuza group began when they allied with Akiba Namazuo, a prominent local figure speculated to be a former member of the underworld, perhaps a former yakuza-affiliated loan shark. Now, with his interests set in nightclubs and local businesses, he aims to support the clan for his own gain.
Following their agreement to support Namazuo's endeavors, the chairman designed the clan's distinctive emblem and established a pact with local law enforcement. Under this agreement, the police tolerate the clan's activities as long as they refrain from possessing firearms or other dangerous weapons.
Today, the Hidora Clan enjoys a respected reputation within Okubo. They maintain friendly relations with local businesses and display a neutral demeanor towards the general public. While most of the police force refrains from intervening, a few dissenting voices continue to oppose the yakuza's influence over the former "Korea Town."
To outsiders, the Hidora Clan is recognized as nothing more than a simple security company. However, observers who know the people involved are cautious and try to keep a straight face, as the people they are dealing with still operate in the shadows of Tokyo's underworld.
the highest authority within the clan or family.
Wakagashira (わかがしら): Captain or Highest-ranking Officer;
second in command, overseeing major operations.
Shateigashira (シャテイガシラ): Lieutenant Advisor;
responsible for logistical and internal management.
Shateigashira Hosa (シャテイガシラ・ホサ): Lieutenant and Right-Hand Man;
assists the Shateigashira, manages training and member supervision.
Heyazumi (へやずみ): Veteran Member;
experienced member with significant responsibilities.
Shatei (シャテイ): Rookie Member;
newcomer, learning the ropes and gradually integrating into the organization.
This structured approach ensures clarity in roles and responsibilities, maintaining discipline and loyalty in line with the Ninkyōdō code.
History
Tojo Origins
The Hidora Clan, deriving from and consisting of several former members of the Tojo Clan's Ryoga family, has a complex history marked by involvement in white-collar crimes such as financial manipulation and fraud. The Ryoga Family also had ties with several members of the Okubo police force, walking a fine line between being adversaries and necessary allies. They held influence not just on the streets but also within law enforcement, serving as the Tojo Clan's outside R&D department for events outside of Tokyo.Recruitment Era
Before officially founding the clan, Kuragari Hidora spent five months researching and tracking down former Ryoga Clan members and potential allies across Japan. He sought individuals who shared his vision for a modern clan rooted in traditional Yakuza values, including connections with Clans all over japan, such as the Yakuza of Onomichi. He visited juvenile centers, engaged with biker gangs, and sought to align with like-minded groups. During this time, he met Tsubaki Ishida, a former Tojo Clan assassin, who agreed to join under the condition that no innocent people would be harmed in this new Clan Kuragari was forming.Orginisational Structure
Within the Clan
In the Yakuza hierarchy, families are structured not only by rank but also by their reputation and wealth within their respective clan. Within this system, a Family Lieutenant is considered a mere soldier, whereas the head of a family, the Oyabun, holds a rank comparable to a Lieutenant or Captain in the broader Yakuza organization. A family's status within the clan is often signified by the color and material of their pins, with each hue denoting a different level of influence and financial standing. To form a family, a minimum of one Oyabun, two officers, and five soldiers are required. The family’s prestige is further highlighted by their business holdings, the location of their office within the clan's territory, and the overall size and value of their membership and assets.Within a Family
Yakuza families follow a hierarchical system based on Ninkyōdō values of honor, loyalty, and benevolence. At the top is the Oyabun (Patriarch), who leads the clan and may hold additional roles like Shateigashira or Wakagashira in the broader organization. The Wakagashira is the highest-ranking officer and second in command. Below them, the Shateigashira acts as a Lieutenant Advisor, managing internal affairs, while the Shateigashira Hosa assists with training and supervision. Oyabun (おやぶん): Patriarch or Father;the highest authority within the clan or family.
Wakagashira (わかがしら): Captain or Highest-ranking Officer;
second in command, overseeing major operations.
Shateigashira (シャテイガシラ): Lieutenant Advisor;
responsible for logistical and internal management.
Shateigashira Hosa (シャテイガシラ・ホサ): Lieutenant and Right-Hand Man;
assists the Shateigashira, manages training and member supervision.
Heyazumi (へやずみ): Veteran Member;
experienced member with significant responsibilities.
Shatei (シャテイ): Rookie Member;
newcomer, learning the ropes and gradually integrating into the organization.
This structured approach ensures clarity in roles and responsibilities, maintaining discipline and loyalty in line with the Ninkyōdō code.
Acting Chairman
Hidora Kuragari
Hidora Kuragari
Founding Date
March 2019
Type
Illicit, Other
Alternative Names
Hidora Kai
Predecessor Organization
Training Level
Professional
Veterancy Level
Experienced
Subsidiary Organizations
Location
Controlled Territories
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