The Osaka Kidnapper | The Case of Koji Yamada

True Crime: Motorbike gangs and Fukushima’s Nuclear disaster… Koji Yamada was a man who liked to live on the dark side of life. These choices would tragically lead to murder. But what steps were taken down his terrible path? And who were Koji's victims?
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00:00 Intro
01:10 Koji's history
05:04 Disturbing Escalations
07:36 Caught...
08:28 Fukushima
10:39 The disappearance of Ryoto & Natsumi
14:07 Fleeing, and Returning...
16:22 Legal Proceedings, Aftermath
17:43 Announcement & Outro
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[@CoffeehouseCrime]

KZbin didn’t like a few details about this case so I had to remove them, but the long story short is that both Ryoto and Natsumi were found with their heads entirely wrapped in tape, hence why Koji buying tape was an important factor his the story/his trial. Also I forgot to mention he and his girlfriend were caught banging while on duty in Fukushima… which meant he was about to lose his job. All of my videos are released early and unfiltered over on Patreon. Feel free to support me over there but honestly, no pressure. www.patreon.com/coffeehousecrime Love you guys! - Adrian ☕️

[@CoExist64]

Thank you Adrian!

[@jeffbrownstain]

'Caught banging while on duty' jeeze dont sugarcoat it for us mate

[@marsalias2916]

It’s a shame that KZbin don’t let people to tell all true story. A bit annoying 😒 But thanks Adrian - good storyteller! 👍

[@prasadkumta3432]

Happiness is when Adrian is close to 1 million subscribers, have a great day and stay healthy 😊 Adrian

[@nealkelly9757]

Death penalty should be used in every country.

[@1985Seraphim]

Fun fact, the death penalty in Japan is different in the sense that they don’t set a date for a prisoner’s execution. The guards show up early in the morning on a random day and simply hang them. The death penalty is both psychological and just to those that commit heinous crimes.

[@tonyortiz940]

Wow 👏 I like that...that's perfect torture for these evil devil's.

[@lisavanderpump7475]

The death penalty is a joke in the states some people who get it wait a whole 40 years sometimes lmfao

[@1985Seraphim]

@@lisavanderpump7475 I agree.

[@General12th]

@@lisavanderpump7475 It's to make sure they don't execute an innocent person. Considering the number of innocent people the prison system definitely _has_ executed, it might be a good idea to get rid of the death sentence entirely.

[@anitasauerta2574]

@@General12th it is sometimes the only thing to stop criminals. My country doesn't have it and there are some criminals known in prisons here that have a great life in prison and bully and assault other prisoners etc. and don't really have a different life in prison compared to been free. The threat of the death penalty would make them less evil, but just like you said the wrong person could be executed

[@tywhitmire860]

Considering this happened in Japan, it amazes me that this guy gets the death penalty when the killers and torturers of Junko Furuta are now walking the streets. Not that he didn't earn it. He did indeed. It seems there's a lot of bored children in Japan unfortunately. So sad. Great content!

[@kyrohowe3156]

God, don't remind me 😰

[@silencehill3355]

I read about that case once. :( No, justice was not done there.

[@pastelaura8179]

Omg I'm glad i wasn't the only one thinking that!

[@ijustneedmyself]

I know there are a lot of people out there who just don't give a shit about the person next to them, but even still I struggle to accept that they could do what they did and go on about their lives, working, making friends, becoming lovers and boyfriends and husbands and parents and grandparents. Ugh.

[@jadefrancescaepperson3124]

No, kidding. R.I.P. Junko that case will forever stay with and bother my soul.

[@arielle452]

I can’t deal with people killing young children They had their entiiiire lives ahead of them and definitely did nothing to deserve what happened to them. The ultimate tragedy 😢

[@KhaiFirst]

well i blame police, if you found Teaser &handcuff and Koji had spend 11year in prison(ex con) should book him at that... if that happen the children may be still alive.

[@CynHicks]

@@KhaiFirst Not so sure about charging someone for something that isn't a crime but considering his history he should have been under surveillance for quite a while after. That is something the police likley had discretion to do.

[@KhaiFirst]

@@CynHicks is a crime in Japan to have teaser. police not doing its job.

[@CynHicks]

@@KhaiFirst Ohhh, I didn't know that. I don't agree with that law but I MUST agree that the cops obviously didn't do their jobs if they simply let him walk knowing his record. Thanks for educating me! No debate here because I'm just curious; why would it be illegal to have a "tazer" there?* Personally, I think everyone mature enough to have one should have one. They aren't generally deadly and they offer some small bit of protection for the weaker, like the elderly and the young or small. *Btw, I'm assuming it was a "stun gun" and not actually a taser. People that have no experience with either generally confuse them though they are basically the same and named poorly. Stun gun is the less expensive more common one that's used for self defense and most popular with attackers too. Here in the USA you can buy them in convenience stores as flashlights with stunning ability for around 20 dollars in fact.** They are easy to use and maintain but require you actually touch a person with it. You put it against someone, press a button and it shocks them. The taser is a close range (but longer than the stun gun) weapon that acts more like a firearm. You aim it, pull a trigger and it fires out wires with hooks. They aren't at all as easy to use and require maintenance after each use. They do shock too (very high voltage and amplified by the fact that they stick into the attacker) but are more for law enforcement self defense as they keep an attacker at a distance while not necessarily causing life threatening wounds. For most of us who aren't out there actually looking for "bad guys" to take down but simply going about our day not wanting to be a victim the stun gun and firearm are perfect. ** These 20 dollar flashlight types hardly work unless you can press them to bare skin and even then the effect is only like a strong punch. At night the light itself is probably as good a self defense tool. 🤣 Edit - Are stun guns illegal there too? That's what I assumed you meant.

[@KhaiFirst]

@@CynHicks bro.. im simple guy, why you write essay... btw regarding police that fail to do his job... anger me so much.. but my thought and prayer goes to the family and lost innocent life.

[@slikxs808]

There are KZbinrs that post 1-2 times a month for true crime videos and I respect your dedication to try and post 2 times a week despite having to research correct information and talking about different cases per video. I appreciate the work and effort you put for us viewers, Thank you Adrian😌🙏

[@divyawarrier9081]

How sad it is that every criminal story starts with a neglectful childhood or abusive parents. Not trying to defend their horrible acts, it just makes me wonder how they were just innocent children once.

[@CoExist64]

That’s just it, far too many aren’t (or are unwilling) to consider that because it’s either one way or nothing. Those of us who realize that although guilty, we recognize that their pasts might have a part in what they’ve done. I think it’s sad because what we need to do is improve mental healthcare, if people are able to get help for themselves or their kids then things might have been different. Take care

[@Anarkitty420]

It’s 100% nurture not nature that creates these monsters… such is the world we live in

[@nickyblue4866]

@@Anarkitty420 BTK would beg to differ

[@mrknarf4438]

@@Anarkitty420 it's really both. Plenty of people grow up in abusive homes and never kill anyone; a few grow up in good homes and do kill. Sometimes it's nature, sometimes nurture, some kids are just violent and evil.

[@Anarkitty420]

@Jo Jo I’m aware of the "50-0-50" rule, it’s an outdated theory though. Nevertheless I don’t think the impulse to be a serial killer is behavior that stems from the genetic side of it.

[@TheJaisonIpe]

Watching stories like these, I kinda realise why my parents were really overprotective when I went out alone as a kid. I hated it back then but as an adult I realise it was for my own good.

[@aideenkavanagh2970]

J😊

[@codytaylor7861]

It's so insane that Japan doesn't have a sex offender registry.

[@blank-kd4qr]

FR since sex related crimes are fairly common in japan

[@chikarosita99]

i'm supposing that's thanks to crimes regarding CSA being fairly recent in japanese legislatures (in 2014 CP became ilegal in japan, and erotic photographs of children are still publically available for purchase), so most sexual assault is still accepted to certain degree because adults grew under the assumption that taking sexual advantage is ok

[@LeechUFC]

Minttu Melli jeez…

[@Marcelo83uk]

I know even Prince Andrew wouldn't be sweating over there and have a field day!

[@Tinyfurball]

Just look at Anime. That should tell you everything.

[@FigureUnboxing]

I love your channel because your cases are international, while most crime channels are US-cases-oriented only.

[@jonj1163]

If you like international, you should check out Lazy Masquerade!

[@AT-nq3sy]

Agreed. Even the ones that don’t live in the US only primarily cover US cases.

[@GlidingZephyr]

I think the general misconception is that the U.S. is a crime ridden hellhole. Granted, it *does* statistically have the highest crime rate amongst "first world" nations. But out of those, it also has the largest population. Not to belittle my own home country, but we could also do so much better for ourselves, and it shows.

[@herbthompson8937]

The US is the only country that matters

[@jonj1163]

@@herbthompson8937 Lol. Why?

[@DiutoAjoku]

I’ve never missed any upload here… not planning to either. Grateful for your consistency, Adrian!💃🏾

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you Diuto!

[@TahtahmesDiary]

You are TOO fine! 😍💜💜💜

[@TahtahmesDiary]

@@blyat8832 She’s beautiful and I said it because it’s better to let another woman know she’s lovely than to let the moment you could have complimented someone drift away 🥰

[@Heyhunniesbuffytimmons8513]

Very true there are many KZbinr who just ghost their fans for months, and I get that people need a break but isn’t it their job? I can’t just not go to work when I want to anyway just wanted to vent. I have a specific channel that has ghosted their fans for a month or longer . Wonder how they make money if they aren’t Putting out content

[@hatake1990]

@@blyat8832 get over it. Let her compliment who she wants. Some people DO put their actual pictures up. Hater

[@zerorespect9475]

I just moved to Osaka. Literally talked about this last night at a bar. There’s a lot of urban crime stories here that still haven’t gotten light shined upon them.

[@llongone2]

(From an expat who has lived in Japan for 25+ years) The death penalty is 100% NOT controversial here. For the most part, people here believe only the payment of death can repay the crime of murder. It's not about "deterrence". And, they don't give a shit what the international community thinks about capital punishment. So, murderers will continue to be executed here for a long time.

[@yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109]

Its better than them walking around on this earth for sure

[@sallysingleton1359]

The death penalty doesn’t equate to lower crime rates. The US is a prime example, with a quarter of their citizens imprisoned. It’s entirely about revenge.

[@neonecko1876]

@@sallysingleton1359 What exactly are you talking about? A quarter of the population imprisoned? 🤨 Just how many people do you think are in jail here? Just because someone's been imprisoned doesn't mean they're on death row. Plus most states either don't have the death penalty or haven't carried out an execution in over a decade. Are you even from America? If not, don't make statements on things you know nothing about.

[@Mistyfgdf]

@@sallysingleton1359 those fucking crooks in death row sometimes are there for years and decades Just paying for them to live

[@mayapapaya_]

@@sallysingleton1359 This is simply incorrect. Yes, the US has the highest incarceration rate in the world with 639 prisoners per 100,000 of the national population. That is less than 1% of the population in incarceration. Note: this is referring to the number of people incarcerated currently, not those who have been released (which is still only 5% of the population). Now I’ll give you the benefit of the doubt, maybe you misunderstood a different statistic. Bl@ck Americans are incarcerated at a higher rate than their wh!te counterparts. Bl@ck males have greater than 25% chance of being incarcerated in their lifetime while a wh!te male has a 1 in 23 chance. All of these statistics were pulled from the US bureau of justice.

[@rileyharder6338]

Found coffee house crimes just under a year ago and haven't stopped watching since, amazing channel! And not gonna lie if someone had just taken 3 seconds of courage to talk to him when he was young the whole situation may have been avoided :/ so sad that this happens to people!

[@mamenamamena]

What?!

[@jeffbrownstain]

Okay, now I know you read my comments. You literally upload the moment I compulsively check youtube, and I'm not the only one. You're a true bro.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

You’re welcome! 🤜💥🤛

[@cee_el]

I live in Osaka and remembered this case was everywhere during that time. It was a big case actually Many people also blamed the parents for allowing their kids to go out during those hours

[@Daydreamroses]

As soon as I saw their pictures and seen how little they were in the cctv I couldn’t stop crying. I don’t even have words. May they Rest In Peace.

[@lisavanderpump7475]

Yes but not child what so ever should be walking the streets at 1am !

[@thewildcailin]

rip to those two poor sweet kids. sadly i feel like koji’s life could have been completely different with a different home life. neglected, lonely kids growing up in squalid conditions never ends well. i know it’s a cultural thing in japan to be polite and reserved, but how could you live next to a kid living like that and not feel bad? to notice his parents being cruel and not have your soul crushed a bit? i wish the people in koji’s early life had cared more tbh.

[@semekiizuio]

Yeah my thoughts exactly. I pity the man but no excuse for killing. Mayhps if he had found a stable grown up in his life, a teacher a parent a good friend a neighbor etc at a young age he could have risen above the abuse to become a decent man. Oh well.

[@T_1.5]

@@semekiizuio it is always an interesting train of thought to think about how different things would be if more people actually invested positively into their children

[@pippa3150]

Nature vs nurture. It will always be a question. Pretty sure it's both.

[@abbieholyday4813]

@@semekiizuio you're the only person other than I've seen use mayhaps.

[@semekiizuio]

@@abbieholyday4813 ok? It is a combination of may happen such as maybe is a combination of may be

[@MChronicler]

I love the overseas crime focus. Keep it up!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you! And our next three cases are just as international! 🇦🇺 🇫🇮 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@HTFWSFWWE]

I feel that so many of these tragedies could have been avoided if Japan's version of CPS had given a damn about a child who was obviously being neglected and brought up in filth. Japan's social policy of "ignore it and hope it'll go away" is just going to help breed more sociopathic killers in the future. Edit: this is the first comment I've ever had to hit 1K likes! 🤩 Thank you, everyone! 🥂🍾🥳

[@ghostdragon4164]

@@KatherineLaura6564 Like anywhere really

[@gg-ke1gp]

@@KatherineLaura6564 not sure how much you know about Japan, but as a society it is waaay less likely to confront societal issues than the US. The government has a history of denial that goes back many decades. Look into the textbook censorship ongoing scandal there. Not saying the US is perfect at all, but as a society it’s easier for them to confront uncomfortable truths and history in order to act upon them.

[@ShadeSlayer1911]

@@gg-ke1gp Even the crime statistics aren't as safe as they seem, because they actively try to sweep crimes under the rug to make their country appear more safe than it actually is. No surprise, this has lead to many crimes going without justice. It's actively misleading because Japan as a culture cares way more about reputation than they do about reality. This isn't to say that the US is amazing with mental health problems and other societal issues either, but at least we don't try to ignore it to the same extent as Japan.

[@PrincessAries86]

Or continue their high suicide rate. Not sure if it still is but Japan's leading cause of death between 18-29 was suicide.

[@dreaminginjapan]

I asked my friend about CPS in Japan. She’s Japanese and works in the school system. And she said that “CPS” won’t get involved even if there are signs of abuse. They don’t remove the children from the home. Sometimes they’ll ask if a relative can take the child but it’s a request only.

[@foxqueen6214]

I have a love hate relationship with how you tell these stories because it always gives me either a sense of hope for the victims that's immediately crushed or sympathy/hope for the killer, praying the video doesn't end exactly how I know its going to end

[@MsTemptation]

I truly appreciate the fact that you bring us these stories from all over the world. It’s obvious that people commit awful crimes every where but a lot of these stories don’t make it to mainstream media; thus fostering this illusion that certain places are totally free of crimes compared to others. They’re not. Other countries are just better at keeping their dirty laundry from being aired.

[@MarieJohanna760]

Crimes are done in every country. Some countries have more and some less.. thats the thing and we shouldnt close our eyes to that

[@M0NARI]

True

[@Xxx-bf7vf]

It’s the best feeling to open KZbin and see one of your favourite creators have a new upload

[@thestinkydwarf]

I am for the death penalty when it comes to crimes against children...those who abuse or kill children deserve no mercy... As a detective I once knew told me, criminals are dumb...this case reaffirms his statement...

[@Stichting_NoFap]

depends on how severe the abuse is, it has not one exclusive definition.

[@thestinkydwarf]

@@Stichting_NoFap touch kids = death

[@semekiizuio]

"Criminals are dumb".... uh no? Not all of them, some are really good at what they do and keeping themselves hidden. Some cases take years only being solved because of one single mistake or fluke of fate. Clearly this man on the other hand wasnt an expert tho.

[@Libellulaire]

@@semekiizuio And some get solved just because the criminals themselves are at the end of their life and they reveal the truth for "glory." Some stay hidden until they're dead and the truth is only found after they're dead because of some information found afterwards. There are indeed a lot of dumber criminals, but it's stupid to assume they're all dead... Of course it's mostly the dumb ones who are found, but there are still thousands roaming free because they're actually not dumb enough to be proven guilty or even suspected.

[@Mischa21xo]

@@semekiizuio I agree. How many crazy cases do we see where the person did something in their 40s or 50s and they look back at their record and see that they have no criminal record whatsoever, yet theyve been committing crimes since they were 18- 21 or something... which literally means they have gotten away with all of their criminal activity for 2 to 3 decades..that is pretty intelligent in my opinion.

[@primesspct2]

I loved Japan, and one thing I loved so much about it was feeling that I could walk safely any time of night. And seeing children laughing and playing together outside without their parents right there; like we did here in the US when I was little. It feels so safe, and so friendly! Many times we forgot our purses on benches ( stupid I know) and shopping bags , because we became to relaxed and complacent. One thing that really struck me was how children would approach us and speak to us, and were wonderful for finding our way around , finding shops and restaurants ; because many spoke some english. My father loved Japan and lived there a long time, I too love Japan and highly recommend it, My prayers go out to the family of these young people and I am so sorry this evil man hurt them so.

[@Renvi]

Same, lived in Japan for a decade or so. It's the safest country I have ever been to. As a woman, I never felt uncomfortable walking home, there were always people walking to and from the station too so it was never empty or scary. I would have overnight karaoke parties with friends and we could all hobble out at 4am and all safely go home to rest our hangovers. Leaving a purse or jacket on a table and walk away to use the bathroom or pick up your food order is normal, and nothing has ever been stolen. I lost my passport once; dropped it while shopping, and someone had turned it in and reported it. I got it back without any trouble. I forgot my cellphone at a Sukiya in Shinjuku at like 3am, came back and someone turned it in. I had to say, "Did you find a Pikachu cell phone?" embarassingly, as my case was shaped like Pikachu and the patrons all laughed as the waiter went, "oh yeah the pikachu phone girl!" and handed me my phone. There are so many examples of things I lost or situations that, if it were anywhere else, the results may have been much different.

[@KRO-222]

My heart breaks for the parents of these two beautiful young people, I can’t imagine what they are going through. I’m glad this dangerous man won’t walk free again.

[@Raggamuffinz917]

Raising your child with love and kindness is necessary. So many if these awful people start with terrible upbringings that lead to the becoming terrible people. I have no children but if and when I do it will be my absolute duty to make sure he or she turns out well. Hurt people often end up hurting people.

[@Tinyfurball]

Most people don't realize this. And this is true.

[@hebebebe139]

Absolutely. Having children is taken so lightly these days, there's many more phsycologically damaged criminals on their way

[@General12th]

@@hebebebe139 I'm going to put a big ol' [citation needed] on your claims. If anything, the fact that fewer people are having children, and waiting until later in their lives to do so, tells me having children is taken _more_ seriously these days.

[@hebebebe139]

@@General12th can't argue that, this generation is taking a lot more responsibility for bringing a child into the world and I couldn't agree more. But, teen pregnancy is still huge and the issue of people having babies when they're not at all ready, educated or capable will always exist.

[@ribertfranhanreagen9821]

love kindess, and discipline responsibility. is important, need to be equal. too much love with no discipline is not better than no love and discipline only. what i think needed must is every parent need to take parenting class and need certificate for it. there are ton of chases showing how many people really have no idea of parenting

[@LuciiDixon_Tattoos]

I rarely ever see someone cover a Japanese case and even though it’s a really horrible case, it’s also refreshing to hear a story that I’ve never heard of before. Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏼

[@benlane2877]

Check out KyotoRobato and Lazy Masquerade!

[@malinasworld]

That’s funny, the true crime community loves Japanese stories as far as I’ve seen.

[@LuciiDixon_Tattoos]

@@malinasworld they do?! I’ve only seen the odd few here and there. Maybe 2-3 different cases but that’s it

[@embassybeets]

There are a lot of crazy Japanese cases in my opinion

[@LuciiDixon_Tattoos]

@@embassybeets I may have to look some up

[@francescawilliams8177]

It seems most parents are raising monsters directly or indirectly. Neglecting children creates some of them, it is not an excuse but if one can not take care of children properly they should not have any. That being said, anyone who harms a child, should not be allowed to live.

[@jealous6434]

Not all abused/neglected kids are murders but most murders where abused/neglected as kids yeah. It’s honestly sad.

[@lisavanderpump7475]

Also doesn't help that he was not attractive at all

[@gracie1312]

@@lisavanderpump7475 lol wtf

[@earpluggs]

I remember this event as it unfolded, my first time visiting Japan and this was all over the news...they solved it very quickly too, which was very impressive.

[@sneh2625]

Hey Adrian! Been watching your videos for a while and just wanted to say how amazing your presentation is! You always pay so much attention to details and talk about the victims with so much respect! Keep up the great work!

[@Evolving.Ellie.]

I think his predatory behavior towards children was his biggest downfall. After all, not everyone with low intellect is a child killer.

[@leaanderson8355]

i’ve watched you since the beginning and i know it still is the beginning, but oh my goodness your progress is nonstop! i love seeing and HEARING how much more comfortable you are now. keep on doin your thing man, truly can’t wait to see more be well & safe, much love to you

[@verdantViridity]

Unfortunately, one reason the crime rate is so low is because of how difficult it can be to get crimes reported or to correct misjudgements. I remember hearing that Phoenix Wright was written as satire of this guilty-until-proven-innocent legal system in Japan (though, my understanding is that this problem isn't exclusive to Japan), and funny enough, John Oliver just did a segment on wrongful convictions in the States. However cruelly we're prepared to punish the guilty, we also have to acknowledge that we can be just as unforgiving toward the innocent, and it's more likely to happen than we'd want to admit. And it's only when it happens to the wrongfully convicted that it puts into perspective for a moment how harsh even the lighter punishments already are.

[@jayfraser3188]

This is famously true. It's one of the reasons that Japan has such a high conviction rate in court: they simply do not bring cases to trial if there is even the slightest chance (in their minds) of the suspect not being convicted. So a lot of crimes get reported but never really followed up on because they'd rather not try than try and fail. Unless they know for sure who, what, why, and where, practically before they even start looking, they usually just don't try at all.

[@kyrohowe3156]

Come to think of it, I did watched Game Theory about Phoenix Wright, so I believe you're right on this

[@verdantViridity]

@@jayfraser3188 I feel like that strongly relates to the societal pressure to preserve the illusion of perfection. Don't ruffle feathers, don't step out of line, don't burden anyone else, don't bring attention to upsetting topics. There Is No War In Ba Sing Se.

[@jayfraser3188]

@@verdantViridity Absolutely, it's certainly something that emerges from a deep-seated cultural position. I have heard - though I have no statistics for this, it's just hear-say - that in recent years things are improving a little bit, so let's hope that's true. The first step towards solving a problem is to acknowledge it exists.

[@janine7415]

@@verdantViridity just here for the Last Airbender reference

[@Noctessa]

I'm an avid true crime follower and love your content! Clear concise and always respectful. You are awesome!

[@paulettemawadhogan]

You are an incredible storyteller…. I find myself just waiting for Monday to come so I can watch your channel. Thank you for all the time & energy you put into each case all while being so respectful, eloquent & captivating!

[@grandmufftwerkin9037]

Very low crime rate in Japan. But boy do the people who commit serious crimes seem to go full blast when they slip the rails.

[@shutup1037]

True

[@m.k.5979]

super interesting! i'm currently living in osaka but i have never heard of that case before. well done video adrian!

[@CoExist64]

Osaka is absolutely beautiful. Was there a couple of weeks on temporary duty in the Air Force,, didn’t want to leave!

[@nobodysodontask588]

it was all over the news in japan when it happened. i still remember this case because it was huge

[@Frost_Phantasm]

You are by far, one of the best true crime posters I watch on KZbin. Thank you for what you do. I appreciate you bringing to light some lesser known crimes.

[@kristentakeuchi8417]

Thank you for posting this. This happened in my small suburb in Osaka. I remember being so terrified as I watched the news unfold. So tragic.

[@murderousminds3027]

Crazy story! Japan might have low(ish) crime rate, but when they actually commit a crime, it stays engraved, unfortunately.

[@adsromek]

Adrian, I’m so happy to see how amazing your channel has done. I remember subbing to you just a bit over a year ago when you just started. You are nearing 1 million. 🥳. Congrats! Your videos are always so well done and of course the accent just gives it that extra 🤩. Thanks for all the great content 🙏🏼

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I remember you! The early subscribers are very easy to remember. Thank you for being an early supporter! ⭐️

[@potatoempress5731]

I love how deadpan you delivered your quips. Never heard of this case before, good work!

[@jazcena]

I love how much research you do on these cases! You’re honestly my favourite channel atm

[@Bloatedbark35236]

It's crazy how fast your channel is growing. Awesome stuff dude. Much respect for how you talk about the victims.

[@SarahSmith-mu1wc]

Your timing is impeccable, Adrian. I was just looking for something to watch while I finish up my household chores before heading to work. So looking forward to watching this one. I know it will will be awesome as always. 😊

[@preetiarora1789]

hi sarah hope we can chat after your work is over? I too love this time of videos

[@jborden18]

Like you said, as always 😁

[@granttcg]

Your tone is a little too casual for watching something about the death of two children. I get we watch true crime for some level of entertainment and awareness but stating things like “I was looking for something to watch” and “ looking forward to watching this one I know it will be awesome” is a little too causal when referring to real life tragedies.

[@Vgnwes]

@@granttcg CANT AGREE MORE!

[@tylersmith9868]

Yes he created and uploaded this video just for you.

[@raynabarr6459]

By far my favorite true crime channel I’ve come across! Thank you for always telling stories of these crimes in the way that you do.

[@musicaldva9]

I’ve only recently found your channel and can say I’m obsessed ! I find it fascinating also how much you’ve “grown” in a year or so! Pls keep finding all the crimes , and don’t forget to insert some “cheekiness “ in your storytelling , it’s so amusing to counter some of the gruesome stuff you report 💜

[@gabrielpetersen8528]

What happened to those kids is truly tragic. So young, probably in love and planning their run away only for tragedy to take them. I hope their souls rest together.

[@michellementh9651]

Woo just got my coffee ready!! Thank you for your continued content Adrian! You're almost to 1M subscribers! ❤️❤️

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you! Enjoy the coffee!

[@joslyndove]

Always pumping out stories I’ve never heard of before. Brilliant work.

[@NelCapeTown]

Imagine that! Just finished working and indeed there is a second episode in this week. Much appreciated!

[@kingquacken]

Best way to start my monday and week ahead. Love your vids Adrian! Ps, I just got hired at a new job!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thanks man! And congratulations!

[@24kgoldbuffalo35]

I agree with you. Congrats on new job

[@kingquacken]

@@CoffeehouseCrime thank you. You just made my week even better! A suggestion for a future video could be about the DC Sniper Attacks of 2002. As someone who grew up in Washington DC, this case is a notorious one. Def recommend it and feel free to write to me if u want to research this with the help of a DC native

[@heatherordonez1490]

Congratulations on the new job!

[@kingquacken]

@@heatherordonez1490 thank you!

[@Peace-tk3gr]

I don't care how 'safe' it is. Children that age out in the early hours of the morning? Wth is wrong with these parents. 😒

[@karimawhatev.7825]

Children that age usually don't want to run away from Osaka to Tokyo. Probably something was going on..

[@curbyourshi1056]

Parents need to sleep too. Homes aren't castles or prisons.

[@mickideg1837]

Exactly!

[@RiverFyre]

My thoughts entirely. A 12 and 13 year old out at 5am all night long?? No chance would I allow my child out, hes the same age. Its abhorrent to even consider it. Theres obviously a bigger story behind those poor kids.

[@hshel2063]

My only thoughts tbh. Why did their parents let these small kids out so late?

[@jessicasummerlin3175]

Ohhh I'm so excited for 2!!! You have a way of telling these stories where you remember the victims not the horrible people out there. Keep up the great work 🌺💜

[@ruththinkingoutside.707]

Thanks Adrian! Appreciate all your hard work!

[@TheBohemiansWife]

I hope it works out for you to post two videos a week. I look forward to your stories, they are always off the beaten path and that is so cool. Thanks!

[@Kumihox94]

12 yo and 14 yo going around alone in the night is unbelievable... Doesn't matter how low the crime rate is.. It's still unacceptable

[@keon5100]

I mean when we were younger here in Toronto we would chill until 9pm latest, when I was 14 maybe 10....but for them to be spotted in the camera at 1am and 5am is pretty crazy to me. I don't live where they live so I don't know how socially acceptable or normal it is but damn

[@bluepolarbear753]

He was young and got horrible hurt by his Mother, his Dad had nothing to do with him. At a young age as well. So u should feel bad for him as well. He definitely didn't know right from wrong at his age when he was young. He didn't have anyone looking out for him. He didn't have a stable home like u and he didn't have family members looking after him like u do.

[@whitneyangelie3682]

12 yo is way too young for that I agree but 14 isn’t that bad. Especially if you’re a more street smart kid. I used to wander around with my friends at all hours of the night at that age. But it’s better if there’s a big group of you, not just one or two…

[@herstory1012]

I herewith up in a crime free village and during holidays we were out til all hours.

[@girllikeme4300]

Even when I'm feeling down and stressed your voice calms me down Adrian. Thanks for doing this

[@TheFinalBathAmber]

Adrian, you are a gem. Your sincerity and kindness shine loud.

[@karlepaul6632]

I'm glad you brought up the parenting part. Yes, without question, these poor kids didn't ask for or deserve (obviously) what happened to them. But a 13 & 14 year old milling around all night? C'mon parents... 😔

[@livingmylife81]

Praying for the family of the victims of such a monster. I’m obsessed with your channel. Great job!

[@Tinyfurball]

Yet, the people who harassed him in his childhood enabled it in the first place. Put the blame on who caused it.

[@curtissmith5469]

Thank you for another great story Adrian, I watch each and every one. Looking forward to the extra one this Thursday and love the way you tell each story, I'm your fan for life, keep up the great work.

[@anakafroelich2664]

I had never heard about this. Thank you for a well put together video!

[@sirclassics_uk]

Adrian..you always post great content that's the reason why your channel is growing so fast🙌

[@heatherbowlan1961]

I’ve always wonder if Japan just doesn’t reveal their real crime facts ? Thanks love your channel .

[@InvestigatewithMEMIMI]

💭 the same thing 🧐🤔

[@ci6516]

@TDPMAYHEM yes it’s safe but also Japan does not conduct detective work . They only prosecute slam dunk cases . So it’s definitely skewed. I’ve seen a video for a example of a tourist alerting a police man that a drunk girl was getting taken in a car by 4 men and it looked really dangerous. The cop did nothing , man talked to same cop following days after ; cop said nothing came of it because nothing happened. That’s how Japan is . Like remember when chikan was a big thing ? yet no one would get charged . I think there’s a culture thing where people don’t report crimes unless it’s something they don’t feel embarrassed about

[@pmhernane3903]

Japan has a very slow crime rates specially if we talking about robbing, drugs, corruption. etc... but in terms of heinious crimes, they seem to be more chilling than those in some countries.

[@informanti]

@@ci6516 Yeah, not having a sex offender registry is questionable as well. It seems the culture thing has to do with privacy and honor of some sort. I don't know, it's strange.

[@Jenvlogs404]

Really bad when it comes to pervers!on, a whole mindset accepted, tourist either get royaI treatment or rough entry, esp here being W.

[@bokagoofy]

Great video. I especially enjoy your videos on incidents from Asia, as they mostly cover cases I've never heard about before. I follow a bunch of true crime channels, and I'm always impressed over the quality in presentation and research here on Coffeehouse Crime.

[@sodashark2907]

AhH I'm so glad your channel is growing! I can't exactly remember when I subbed but was almost disappointed these high quality videos were being looked over Congrats on your journey!! I'm super excited to see more

[@techsoly]

What a nice time to open youtube, LETS GOOOO

[@LupusWarriorBreeze]

Super excited to see the possibility of 2 vids each week! Thanks Adrian & keep up the excellent work!! 💕🌻

[@betsyjones2912]

Thank you for the time and effort you put into all of your videos. I really enjoy watching.

[@davidgaghan]

While the case itself is terrible, I did find myself with a slight grin when the following thought hit my brain: “That thumbnail makes the guy look like a Japanese Martin Short”. Great video as always!

[@brandyhuff8487]

Omg it does 😂

[@neonnwave1]

Japan's crimes are of both extremes, either very petty (like shoplifting) or very messed up (like this case). Almost nothing in between these extremes occur, or are rarely shown on the news unless there's a 'twist' (example: a man tries to steal a car only to find undercover police officers inside it - true story). It's very odd but also understandable. Despite Japan being a beautiful country and seeming nearly perfect, the social and cultural issues that plague the nation can cause very serious damage to minds of their citizens. So cases like this one almost seem inevitable, and the Japanese government doesn't do much to enact change. No, I'm not blaming Japan for what Koji did. His actions are of his own doing.

[@skreemqueen756]

Great work Adrian!!! What a sad , tragic case.

[@hayley4978]

Thank you sharing. I can’t imagine the time and mental energy it takes to put out your videos, I truly appreciate it though. I’m excited at the prospect of having 2 videos some weeks. ❤️

[@kirisaki2622]

Safest? yeahh but there is more to that than meets the eye. Damn kids and parents in Japan feels like living in the 40's where everyone trust anyone.

[@joeb3505]

Always a good day when we get a new video!

[@xveronicajohnsonx]

Adrian you have yet again outdone yourself. Love your vids so much keep it up!!!!

[@agds91078]

I’m so glad I came across your channel. New friend from Kentucky here and I could listen to you talk and tell us true crime stories all day everyday! Your accent is lovely and music to my ears ❤️

[@JennyLee57]

Thank you for another great story. I do believe in the death penalty when the facts prove someone is guilty of horrendous a crime. I also think that caregivers of children should be held accountable for any mistreatment of their charges. I'm not sure if Japan is open about the reporting of their crime stats, but would venture a guess that they are not. A tragic loss for both families!

[@am2382]

Sadly, those who are influenced by the bad environment around them most likely don't even reach the age of 20.

[@someguy1865]

You're almost to 1 million! Can't wait till that inevitable day comes. Keep up the great content!

[@TitsMcGeester]

Perfect way to spend my break. Thank you Adrian!

[@Gambo8807]

Just want to say thanks for all the unbiased videos that are entertaining and get right to the point! You are getting lose to the 1 million mark, and I'm happy for you and your team

[@bojack.whoresman]

I understand Japan has a low crime rate but man, I'm a bit bummed and disturbed by the fact that those parents were okay with their kids leaving the house after 9pm? Yhoo, that's WILD man.

[@cau1471]

This was uploaded when my shift at work started... glad to be home finally to watch this!!

[@lindaanderson6780]

Love ur channel Adrian!! Always interesting & often unheard of cases, always well-presented & told with ur easy-to-listen-to narrating voice & ur natural friendly & kind nature! Well done young man! U are killing it!!

[@russellbarton4637]

I find it interesting that Japan’s choice of execution is still done by hanging and felons who have already been convicted for life prison sentences can actually be retried for the death penalty if the Supreme Court finds the life sentence too lenient.

[@nickyblue4866]

Based and deadpilled

[@boundsgreenboy8354]

It's unfortunate that our world is not as safe as we would all like it to be, granted that different countries and cultures have different eye's, but sometimes and increasingly nowadays there seems to be such a disconnect between children's freedoms and parents responsibilities of raising children. Parents don't have any manual to raise children, but common sense and morality of some sort and above all accountability. Condolences to the family's loss of these two great kids and thank you Adrian for telling us in your own inimitable way sir.

[@Paulina--]

Thank you for another episode!

[@laxmisoundalge3334]

Adrian out of all the crime related channels i watch yours is my favorite. You go in such details like thier background, childhood and stuff like that… it makes it even more interesting. Thanks for entertaining us with such unique crime videos.. Kudos keep going. We love it..🥰🥰

[@Blitzkrieg1976]

Yes sir, Adrian...the death penalty should be everywhere. Thanks for another great video! Cheers ❤

[@bizneat3610]

And I once got an earful and grounded a week for missing my curfew at 8pm at 16yo. BTW I think a lot of Japanese were not truly aware of crime rate in Japan is low only because the police didn't care to document and investigate (so they have no qualms about walking a dark backlane alone at night). Police keep on expect the parties involved to settled the matter themselves. Such was the case with Saaya Suzuki. In this case, the police didn't make the connection between a former kidnapping offender and possessing questionable stuffs, I guess they are just too lazy to bring hime back to the station, type a report and explaining to their superiors.

[@bigchefman1]

Keep them coming. Great job again

[@JustAChris252]

Excited that some weeks will have a second episode! Morning coffees are much better with a Coffeehouse crime episode to accompany it!

[@mavis8946]

Not sure why, but I like how he briefly mentions the tourist attractions and cultures of where these cases take place.

[@GoodPersonTestWebsite]

It helps us learn a little something and gives some more context and setting. 🥰

[@marionfriedenthal7352]

I think we all do. 😊

[@emilieloveskiwi]

I work as an English teacher at a junior high school in Japan and this story broke me. I just kept imagining those two kids being my students. 💔😭 Rest in peace Ryoto and Natsumi. I'm so sorry more wasn't done to protect both of you. 😔

[@alexajones2331]

New subscriber here! Where was I without this channel I am HOOKED, Iv never actually sat down and listened to cases for this long before,there’s just such a good vibe off this channel,I’m addicted🤩

[@energyvive731]

Yes! I've watched all your videos. So I'm so thankful to see you upload a new one! 😀

[@Vynjira-chan]

We need to have a serious talk about how 'safe' Japan actually is, when so much crime is unreported or worse, the region you're in doesn't consider sexual battery of women, a crime and thus isn't part of any crime statistic. It's actually not a very safe place to live or travel to for Women.. It's safer than the US, to be fair... but the US is in the top 20 most dangerous places for Women to travel.. so.. that's not really saying much. There is a KZbinr who made a video about 'Chikan' in Japan, which gives a lot of context for how misleading it is to say Japan is one of the safest countries in the world.

[@Midna.K]

Domestic violence and sex crimes are rampant in Japan but these crimes are extremely under-reported, Japanese police is absolute garbage especially when it comes to crimes against girls and women, they just don't care and there is a lot of victim blaming, it's a very misogynist country

[@oliver8693]

"the US is in the top 20 most dangerous places for Women to travel" lmao I call bullshit of that. Central America, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe, and south east asia are far worse lets be real

[@Vynjira-chan]

@@oliver8693 USA, scored a C- with 456.31 behind Ukraine (this was before the current war of course) which had scored 453.61 (also a C-) You mentioned Africa, South Africa scored an F with 771.82, Brazil scored a D- with 624.28, Mexico got a D with 576.05, Russia got a D as well with 592.71, Iran and Dominican Republic also got Ds, Egypt, Morocco, India, Thailand, Saudia Arabia, got D+ Moving up significantly... Japan got a C+ with 366.20 (keeping in mind the amount of Sexual Battery that goes completely unreported), South Korea also got a C+ 366.98, Australia got a C+ with 370.10, Canada got a B with 290.83, Ireland a B+ with 247.31. ..but let's go back to countries that beat the US, Vietnam got a C with 449.65, China got a C with 444.55, Indonesia 442.10, Philippines 408.23.. The US gets a solid F in 2 categories, Non-Partner Sexual Violence.. (btw only 4 countries on the list got an F in that category) and Intimate Partner Violence (Only 9 countries FAILED that category) We also got a D in safe to walk at night.. but 30 other countries got a D or an F in that category.) 4th worst in Non-Partner Sexual Violence, 7th worst in Intimate Partner Violence, 8th worst in Homicide. Fortunately we did not make the top 10 worst places to walk at night or the top 10 in any of the other categories. We got Bs in rights on Paper, and Violence against Women's attitudes. We got a C in Gender Equality.. that's nice... but that doesn't necessarily make the USA a safer place for Women, when it fails so horrifically in those other categories huh?

[@conservat1vepatr1ot]

Depends on where you are. Japan is fucking scary because they prioritize “face” over facts. They want to be perceived as organized, clean and safe. The states are straight about our civilian crime (probably the only thing we are honest about). In the US, you can pretty much tell by looking, where you are safe and where you are at risk.

[@Vynjira-chan]

​@@conservat1vepatr1ot The US plays similar games with their states.. if you've been watching these videos, you know how often police completely ignore crimes against women that are perceived to be prostitutes, even when they provide the evidence. There was a documentary on the Ghosts of Highway 20 that also shows how the same is true if you're indigenous they won't report the crime. This is also true for LGBTQ statistics as many states do not report them. Also in the US, how many of these stories come from quiet little communities that didn't have problems before a serial killer showed up, not to mention that in the US the vast majority of kids that go missing and are killed are by family members or people the family knows.

[@nennie2243]

it is actually pretty shocking that a 12 year old and 13 year old are out till after 5 am