The eeriness sends chills down my spine... A famous quote by Harrison Yamanaka from 'The Land Swindlers'.
Based on Ko Shinjo’s novel and adapted into live action, the drama series “Jimenshi-tachi” drew instant attention when it began streaming on Netflix in 2024.
In addition to a star-studded cast featuring Go Ayano, Pierre Taki, Eiko Koike, and Kazuki Kitamura, comedian Anthony from the duo Matenrou also appeared, which became a hot topic.
Among them, the singular presence of Harrison Yamanaka—the leader of the land-scammer group portrayed by Etsushi Toyokawa—adds real depth to the story.
Here, we’ve compiled some of Harrison Yamanaka’s memorable quotes, so be sure to check them out!
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A chill runs down your spine at the eeriness... Memorable Quotes of Harrison Yamanaka from “The Land Swindlers” (1–10)
Elites—and companies—tend to be susceptible to authority.Harrison Yamanaka
A timeless quote that targets a part of human nature that’s easily swayed: “Elites, companies—they’re weak against authority.” Many people are more influenced by who is speaking than by what is being said.
That’s likely because we tend to value the external—authority and titles—over the substance itself.
For example, even the single title “president” can mean very different things depending on whether it’s the president of a large corporation, a startup founder, or a one-person company.
You could say it’s a quote that makes us think about what is truly right.
When you’re just one step away from your goal, the ones who hold you back are never your enemies, but always your allies.Harrison Yamanaka
These words convey that the closer you feel to your goal, the more important it is to stay alert, observe your surroundings, and keep your guard up.
When the goal is right in front of you, trusting even your allies too much can be a risk, so it emphasizes the importance of having the will to move forward on your own strength.
While it may sound like a line that borders on betraying one’s allies, the main message is about what to prioritize for the sake of the goal.
It carries a sense of a cold, unflinching attitude toward the goal—how to choose and discard for the sake of results.
To put it simply, the history of humanity is a history of fighting over land.Harrison Yamanaka
These lines, which touch on the drama’s central theme, talk about what land is and what emotions are invested in it.
They express the idea that conflict arises from people struggling over their own place, and that human history is a repetition of this.
Because there is a history of fighting over land, we unconsciously harbor attachment to it, which in turn creates openings to be exploited.
The words also convey how foolish human nature can be, and they sound like a justification that one’s own actions are only natural within the flow of history.
The eeriness sends a chill down my spine... Memorable quotes (11–20) from Harrison Yamanaka’s “The Land Swindlers”
Big bait and big traps attract big prey.Harrison Yamanaka
It’s a line that says preparation is crucial for achieving results—and the bigger your preparations, the greater the results you can expect.
It’s not about tailoring your prep to the target; it suggests that if you set out big bait and big traps, the prey will naturally be bigger too.
And precisely because the bait, the trap, and the prey are large, it makes you realize your ability to control them will be tested.
It also sounds like advice: if you want results, you should learn to master the tricky task of handling substantial bait and traps.
If you have any trouble, please contact me.Harrison Yamanaka
The line addressed to Takumi Tsujimoto, who would surely run into trouble in the near future—“If anything comes up, please contact me.” It’s a memorable quote that suggests the foresight of Harrison Yamanaka, who judged that Tsujimoto had value he could use.
When people fall into hardship, anyone wants someone to help them.
And at that moment, the person who helps feels like a benefactor, and we end up trusting them without thinking, don’t we? Of course, if the words come from someone truly trustworthy, they bring a sense of reassurance—but here, you can sense that this isn’t the case.
That’s interesting. The bigger the target, the easier it is to aim at.Harrison Yamanaka
A quote that almost convinces you because it seems reasonable at first glance: “Interesting.
The bigger the target, the easier it is to aim at.” In the exchange where this line appears, Harrison Yamanaka also says, “Big bait and a big trap will attract big game.” It’s easy to find yourself nodding along, but at the same time it’s equally easy to imagine that this is a high-risk, high-return situation.
If you’re someone like Harrison Yamanaka who seeks thrills and ecstasy in work, these words might resonate with you.
There is only one option.Harrison Yamanaka
The line “There’s only one option,” spoken by Harrison Yamanaka as he forces Detective Tatsuo Shimomura to choose between being killed or committing suicide.
It’s the final shove that shakes a person pushed to the limit—if he doesn’t take his own life, his family will be murdered—and it shows Harrison Yamanaka’s cunning in cornering him so that either choice leads to death.
Used skillfully, this tactic might even give you an advantage in real-world negotiations, but be careful not to employ it in the despicable way it’s used in the story.