Suspect falsely told one victim, 'There are over 100 investors'
TokyoReporter
In latest case, suspect made off with 300,000 yen in cash
Shinobu Tsukasa was released from prison in a highly orchestrated underworld event in 2011
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
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