Edward C.

Edward is a London-based writer with a background in urban history. He explores the layers of great cities — the tunnels, forgotten prisons, scandals, and revolts that lie beneath tourist facades.

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Nada Ward, Kobe: The Heart of Japan’s Yakuza Empire

Nada Ward, Kobe: The Heart of Japan’s Yakuza Empire

Discover the hidden underworld of Nada Ward, Kobe — the secret headquarters of the Yamaguchi-gumi, Japan’s most powerful yakuza syndicate. Explore its rise from gambling dens to a criminal empire, its brutal code of loyalty, and how its influence still lingers in modern Japan.

Neverland Ranch: The Rise and Fall of Michael Jackson’s Fantasy Kingdom

Step inside Neverland Ranch, Michael Jackson’s infamous fantasy kingdom where childhood dreams and dark controversies collided. Explore the rise and fall of this private amusement park, from its golden age as a celebrity playground to the scandals that led to its abandonment.

St. Helena: Napoleon’s Remote Prison and the Island That Shaped His Legacy

Uncover the mysteries of St. Helena, the remote island where Napoleon Bonaparte spent his final years in exile. Explore the history of this isolated outpost, from its role in the British Empire to its transformation into a prison for one of history’s most famous conquerors.

Edward C.

Edward C.

The most recent posts byEdwardC.

Nada Ward, Kobe: The Heart of Japan’s Yakuza Empire

Neverland Ranch: The Rise and Fall of Michael Jackson’s Fantasy Kingdom

St. Helena: Napoleon’s Remote Prison and the Island That Shaped His Legacy

The most recent posts by
Edward
C.