Court said the crime was 'extremely short-sighted and egocentric'
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Murder, fraud, theft — the latest crime stories from Japan.
Suspect said, 'For nearly 20 years, I have been interested in women's cleavage'
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
Three victims sustained varying degrees of serious and minor injuries
Asakawa wrote on X, 'I am truly depressed and terrified'