Ichiro Yamamoto was convicted of running a pyramid scheme in 2000
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Police also seized more than 10 rolling papers for marijuana from his residence in Setagaya Ward last week
Judge said, 'I do not recognize that there was murderous intent'
Manager told police, 'I kicked him in the face and side, there's no doubt'
Suspect told police, 'I like men's work boots'
Bodies were wrapped in cloth placed in a cardboard box
Law enforcement searched the Setagaya Ward residence of the musician on March 12
Suspect told police, 'I did not intend to kill'
Suspect has been accused of theft and trespassing
Suspect's contact information had been distributed widely to attract customers, police said