Title/Rank

Ane-san | title

A more common term, meaning “older sister.” It is a respectful title often given to the wife or a significant female figure connected to a yakuza leader.

Artistic Director | title

The head of artistic direction.

Emperor | title

Emperor, or Tenno, is the ruler of an empire.

Gokudō no Onna | title

Literally translates to “woman of the extreme path.” This term broadly refers to women associated with yakuza members, such as wives, daughters, or girlfriends.

Governor | title

Hisho | title

Secretary

Kaicho | title

Chairman: An honorary title given to retired oyabun or elder members for advisory purposes.

Kaikei | title

Financial assistants

Kakei | title

Accountant

Kobun | rank

Underling(s)

Komon | rank

Advisor that works with the Saiko-Komon.

Kumicho no Tsuma | title

Specifically, “wife of the boss.” This refers to the wife of the oyabun, who often plays a vital role in supporting her husband’s leadership but does not hold formal authority herself.

Kyodai | rank

A Kyodai is typically regarded as a senior member who commands respect and authority among lower-ranking members while maintaining a close relationship with his direct superior.

Mayor | title

The leader of a town or city council; effectively, the leader of the settlement.

Onna Oyabun | title

Used to describe a female boss or leader in the yakuza.

Oyabun | title

Oyabun (親分) – Boss

Prime Minister | title

The head of the government & leader of the country.

Saiko-Komon | title

Senior Advisor

Shatei | rank

Younger Brother

Shateigashira | rank

Deputy Lieutenant (2nd lieutenant).

Shingiin | rank

Council member(s) | yakuza

So-Honbucho | rank

Oversees operations at the main headquarters, ensuring communication and coordination among divisions.

Wakagashira | rank

Lieutenant (1st lieutenant)