The video game Yakuza 3 was released in Japan for the PlayStation 3 console.
Yakuza 3 was released in North America, expanding the game's audience to Western markets.
The game Yakuza 3 became available in European countries, broadening its global reach.
Kazuma Kiryu becomes the caretaker of the Morning Glory Orphanage in Okinawa, leaving behind his yakuza life.
Haruka Sawamura joins the Morning Glory Orphanage under Kiryu's care, marking the beginning of their close relationship.
The Ryudo Family threatens the orphanage to get Kiryu to comply with their demands, challenging Kiryu's peaceful life.
To protect the orphanage and confront threats, Kiryu returns to his old neighborhood in Kamurocho, Tokyo, re-entering the yakuza world.
It is revealed that the land the orphanage sits on is coveted by powerful interests connected with the Ryudo Family and the police.
Kiryu battles against the Ryudo Family and police corruption to secure the future of the orphanage and those he cares about.
After defeating his enemies, Kiryu successfully protects the orphanage and recommits to raising the children in Okinawa.
