The Great Read: What’s a Japanese Mobster to Do in Retirement? Join a Softball Team.

The members of the Ryuyukai have done nearly 100 years of hard time. Now they're just looking to stay out of trouble.

Continue reading the main story February 8, 2023 Every weekday, we recommend one piece of exceptional writing from The Times — a narrative or essay that takes you someplace you might not expect to go. Shiho Fukada for The New York Times What's a Japanese Mobster to Do in Retirement? Join a Softball Team. The members of the Ryuyukai have done nearly 100 years of hard time. Now they're just looking to stay out of trouble. Open now Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for top stories or great reads from The New York Times. To stop receiving The Great Read, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018