Gen'yōsha Uyoku Bands

The Gen'yōsha Uyoku Band was a Japanese ultranationalist far-right activist domestic terrorist organization. It was based in Hiroshima Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture, which were under American occupation from 1945 to 1971. During this time, Uyoku Band members used American equipment and weapons. They lived in isolated slums and primarily propagated anti-western propaganda, using alleged atrocities committed by the Soviets and Americans during and after World War II. They derogatorily referred to them as "hook-nosed dogs" and displayed posters promoting pro-Japanese traditional views in alleyways and slums.

The Uyoku Band idolized Ryu Kawashima and considered him their only friend from China. They portrayed East Greater Asia as being united, with Koreans, Chinese, and Japanese wearing their traditional clothing, promoting "Sinosphere Peace" to further their racial agenda. They drew inspiration from Ryu Kawashima's writings and the concept of Japanese Imperial power. They wore white fox masks and hand bands with the rising sun symbol.

The main goal of the Uyoku Band was to preserve their cultural identity and maintain a pure Japanese bloodline. They displayed aggressive behavior rooted in racial bias, particularly towards non-Japanese and other Asian groups who were not East Asians. They harbored strong animosity towards foreigners, especially Hafū people, particularly those who were black or white, and other non-Japanese minority groups within Japan.

The Uyoku Band often engaged in aggressive encounters with native Japanese people who were not involved in political causes, especially those with liberal views. They used guns and threats to intimidate their targets. The Uyoku Band was highly skeptical of and harbored hatred towards the right-wing Japanese government, believing that they had covered up the truth about the 2011 disaster.

## Trivia

* The Gen'yōsha Uyoku Band is a fictional representation of the real-life right-wing group known as Uyoku dantai. These Japanese ultranationalist groups exist in Japanese society and are often organized in various factions. According to the National Police Agency, it was estimated that there were over 1,000 right-wing groups in Japan between 1996 and 2013, with a total membership of approximately 100,000 individuals.
* The Gen'yōsha Uyoku Band is well-known for their distinct philosophies and activities, particularly their use of highly visible propaganda vehicles called "gaisensha." These vehicles, which are usually converted vans, trucks, or buses fitted with loudspeakers, prominently display the group's name and propaganda slogans. They are typically black, khaki, or olive drab in color and are decorated with symbols such as the Imperial Seal, the flag of Japan, and the Japanese military flag. They can often be seen driving through areas and cities, especially in Hiroshima Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture, just like the real-life Uyoku dantai in Japanese society.
* The Gen'yōsha Uyoku Band strongly opposes anarchist views and holds conservative beliefs. While political beliefs may vary among different groups, they generally share three common philosophies: the preservation of the fundamental character of the nation (kokutai-goji), hostility towards communism and Marxism, and animosity towards left-wing groups in Japan. They have been known to use violence against Japanese left-wing activists in public, particularly in Hiroshima Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture. Warnings signs about the Uyoku Band's aggressive activities have been put up in these areas to alert the public. Additionally, they traditionally hold a hostile view towards Russia (and previously towards Russians and liberals in Japan and the Western world) due to issues such as communism. However, they also maintain a highly skeptical and resentful stance towards the right-wing Japanese government, believing that they have concealed the truth about the 2011 disaster, similar to the real-life Uyoku dantai in Japanese society.
* Regarding their perspective on Japanese war crimes during World War II, the Uyoku Band mostly denies their existence, believing that anarchists have fabricated these claims. However, there are some members who are aware of these crimes but believe that they were justified in the pursuit of their cause. There are also members who defend the actions of the Japanese military during that time and deny the war crimes. They often bring up war crimes committed by the United States and the Soviet Union against Japan during World War II and the subsequent occupation period as a means to support their arguments.
* Regarding their views on Japan's involvement in World War II, the Uyoku Band holds differing beliefs. Some members deny the existence of Japanese war crimes, attributing them to fabricated claims by anarchists. However, there are also members who are aware of these crimes but consider them justified in the pursuit of their cause. Additionally, there are members who defend the Japanese military's actions during that time and downplay the war crimes committed. They often bring up war crimes committed by the United States and the Soviet Union against Japan during World War II and the subsequent occupation period as a means to support their arguments.
* The propaganda posters and paintings of the Uyoku Band, which feature pro-Japanese and anti-western slogans displayed in slum areas, bear a resemblance to North Korean propaganda artworks. The style closely resembles that of real-life North Korean posters. The group exhibits highly anti-social behavior and resides in isolated slum areas.
* They frequently express sentiments such as "DEATH TO AMERICA AND THE SOVIETS" and "EMBRACE TO EMPEROR," which is reminiscent of the phrases used by North Koreans, such as "Death to America" and "Embrace to the General." Most members of the Uyoku Band receive homeschooling and believe that the Western world is plagued by dangerous criminals with unattractive faces. They do not consume Japanese media and instead rely on outdated tapes and right-wing media that promote pro-Japanese narratives.
* There have been rumors suggesting that the Uyoku Band, through the use of dating apps, has lured and kidnapped ethnic Koreans and Chinese individuals, specifically males, with the intention of obtaining their sperm for the purpose of repopulating Japan with individuals of East Asian descent and maintaining racial purity. These rumors draw parallels to alleged kidnappings carried out by North Korea. However, it is important to note that these rumors are unverified.