Rotten Mango #334: Japan’s Twitter Killer Sleeps With 9 SEVERED HEADS In His Tiny Tokyo Apartment
Feb 8, 2024
A man wakes up to the smell of blood and discovers dismembered body parts in his apartment. The podcast explores the chilling crimes committed by the Japan's Twitter Killer, who targeted his victims through Twitter. The hosts also discuss the dangers of the blackout challenge and the impact on brain chemistry. The chapter concludes with the reading of the death sentence for the killer.
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Waking Up To A Bathtub Of Body Parts
- Takahiro woke up to a bathtub full of dismembered body parts and a severed head, realizing he couldn't call police because he was on probation.
- He donned a raincoat, mask, and goggles, then attempted to finish disposing of the body and hide nine severed heads in boxes around his 150 sq ft Tokyo loft.
Methodical Storage Of Severed Remains
- Forensic teams found nine severed heads neatly stored in boxes and 240 bones in a 150 sq ft apartment, highlighting methodical collection and storage.
- Takahiro used kitty litter, Tetris-style packing, and labeled boxes to maximize space and minimize detection risk.
Twitter Niche Grooming Of Vulnerable Users
- Takahiro targeted Twitter 'Yamayaka' users who posted suicidal or deeply negative thoughts, exploiting platforms designed for vulnerable sharing.
- He operated multiple accounts (SuspensionPro, Shiniti) to pose as either helper or fellow sufferer and privately groom victims.