Jake Adelstein

Jake Adelstein

author Japan

Jake Adelstein is an American journalist and author best known for his work in Japan, particularly his groundbreaking reporting on organized crime. He was the first foreigner to be employed as a staff writer for a major Japanese newspaper, the Yomiuri Shinbun, where he covered crime and corruption. His memoir, 'Tokyo Vice,' details his experiences in the Tokyo underworld and has been adapted into a television series. Adelstein's writing often explores the intersection of culture, crime, and the complexities of life in Japan.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
12,463
Power
674$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 25,499,884 12,463 $1,380,000 674$
Totals 1 25,499,884 12,463 $1,380,000 674$
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Australia Australia: Jake Adelstein is known for his memoir Tokyo Vice, which the TV series is based on. 7

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