Azuma said, 'I am shining right here in this world'
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Shift to a 'strong woman' persona also follows a highly publicized, messy love affair
Victims operated 14 dining establishments in the bustling Ueno-Ameyoko district
Court ruled, 'The victimized children suffered mental anguish'
Suspect claims he was assaulted by second man shortly before the women vanished
Crash destroyed the store's automatic doors
One suspect told a customer, 'We will sue you for damages'
During questioning, both suspects denied the allegations
One bar owner says, 'My unpaid sales from mid-June amount to over 1 million yen'
Kiko says, 'Once my assets reach 500 million yen, I plan to retire'