Thefts took place across the Kanto region between October of last year and June of this year
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Suspects removed the license plates of getaway car before the incident
Suspect falsely told one victim, 'There are over 100 investors'
In latest case, suspect made off with 300,000 yen in cash
Court said the crime was 'extremely short-sighted and egocentric'
Suspect said, 'For nearly 20 years, I have been interested in women's cleavage'
Azuma said, 'I am shining right here in this world'
Shift to a 'strong woman' persona also follows a highly publicized, messy love affair
Court ruled, 'The victimized children suffered mental anguish'
Suspect claims he was assaulted by second man shortly before the women vanished