Yabuki is a real person portrayed by Kazuya Tanabe in the TV series Tokyo Vice (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The Test (season 1), they were 36 years old.
They appear in 14 episodes out of a total of 18 aired
Episodes14
The Test
episode S1.E1 april 2022Hired as Meicho Shimbun's first American crime reporter, Jake Adelstein is quickly tasked with covering two cases that initially appear unrelated, but soon stakes his career - and life - on connecting the dots.Read the Air
episode S1.E3 april 2022Jake's persistence pays off when he receives an exclusive from Detective Katagiri--but catches the less ideal eye of someone else in the process. Meanwhile, Samantha hits it off with a new customer, as Sato chooses between words and fists.Everybody Pays
episode S1.E5 april 2022When Jake helps reveal the mole in Chihara-Kai, he must weigh the risks of accepting a favor in return from Ishida. Samantha attempts to take care of her Matsuo problem. Sato's recruitment ends with a devastating lesson in loyalty.The Information Business
episode S1.E6 april 2022An impromptu Yakuza Peace Summit finds Tozawa at the mercy of his own actions. Samantha begins to settle her debts with Matsuo. A determined Jake chases down a tip.Sometimes They Disappear
episode S1.E7 april 2022Jake struggles to regain his footing after the botched raid, while Samantha grows increasingly desperate to find Polina. Sato feels the pressure of his elevated standing in Chihari-Kai.Yoshino
episode S1.E8 april 2022While Samantha risks it all for Polina's safe return, Sato is forced to mix business with pleasure. As Katagiri devises a plan to finally take down Tozawa, Jake is confronted by the crime boss's men.Don't Ever F**king Miss
episode S2.E1 february 2024As Jake, Katagiri, and Samantha pursue the truth about Polina, Sato clings to life--but not all of Chihara-kai are hoping for his full recovery.Be My Number One
episode S2.E2 february 2024As Jake and Katagiri seek new meaning at work, Samantha confronts a thief in her club, and Chihara-kai welcome a returning member.Old Law, New Twist
episode S2.E3 february 2024Katagiri and Nagata ramp up their efforts. Jake gets invited to an exclusive party. Samantha and Sato deal with a growing problem at the club.Like a New Man
episode S2.E4 february 2024As the new yakuza task force takes off, Ishida calls a summit. While Sato and Hayama join forces, Katagiri and Jake investigate a mysterious return.Illness of the Trade
episode S2.E5 february 2024After a disastrous setback, Sato and Hayama strategize a way forward. Jake and Katagiri pursue their target--and try not to land in his crosshairs.I Choose You
episode S2.E6 march 2024Chihara-kai attempt to regroup after a devastating shootout. Jake, Katagiri, and Nagata pursue a tip from Samantha.The War at Home
episode S2.E7 march 2024A death at Chihara-kai causes upheaval. Jake makes a long overdue visit home. Katagiri hopes a perp will help break his case wide open.The Noble Path
episode S2.E8 march 2024Jake's successful trip to the U.S. propels the group in a new direction, while Katagiri struggles with his case's devastating turn of events.
- The Test
- Read the Air
- Everybody Pays
- The Information Business
- Sometimes They Disappear
- Yoshino
- Don't Ever F**king Miss
- Be My Number One
- Old Law, New Twist
- Like a New Man
- Illness of the Trade
- I Choose You
- The War at Home
- The Noble Path