It's so infuriating that people say, "She can't be a murderer. She's too pretty"

I hardly feel this man has been done any justice. He’s had a traumatic life up until the time of this case, almost dies and was so gracious as to not hold any resentment towards her and she gets 3 YEARS?? This world seriously isn’t good enough for people like him :(

Anyone else find it bizarre that if the victim doesn’t d1e the sentence is significantly less? Like who cares if they were successful or not, their intentions were clear; the victim & hospital staff just did their best/ got lucky that day. She clearly had no remorse to just sit there, waiting for him to d1e without coming to her senses and getting help. Great video and Eleanor looks radiant ✨

the people idolizing her and worshipping her on tiktok is DISGUSTING!!!!!!!! went down a rabbit trail and found people making literal fan edits of murderers… literally how is that allowed?!?!?

"To beautiful to be a murderer", I'm so done with humanity

Im so sorry this is so unrelated to the video but you look literally stunning in this video Eleanor

I genuinely believe Yuka will absolutely do something like this again. Especially once she finds out she now has an entire fanbase thanks to what she did. Assuming she doesn't already know.

Phoenix is a great name for him. He has proven that he can rise again through all the crap life has thrown at him. I hope he goes on to live a full, happy and successful life. I hope Yuka gets help and never hurts anyone else

The pictures are so graphic and the fact they're turning her into a bloody manga is disgusting that poor boy

Eleanor looks like a good version of poison ivy.. her hair and the background ✨✨

i'm so glad that phoenix not only survived but thrived in this aftermath. being reborn like that is a beautiful sentiment. her trying to have him all to herself, in the end, ruined her life and made him even more popular and successful!!!

3 years is not enough for someone who is clearly unstable enough to do something like this again. It's terrifying honestly.

I've listened to this specific case multiple times and you are the ONLY person who hasn't called that poor dude "scummy". Usually people quickly brush over the fact that yuka had the same job and just keep saying he's really gross and horrible for flirting with other girls as a job when he's with yuka so often. Usually I hear people call him a "player" and I'm so glad SOMEONE actually accepts what his job was

I worked at a cocktail lounge swimming as a mermaid in the saltwater aquarium. When I dated a guy who wanted me to quit my job, it was a deal breaker! If a partner is trying to change you and what you love to do, RUN!

Phoenix sounds like such a compassionate person, asking for leniency for the person who attempted to kill him. I could never. I hope that the rest of his life is peaceful and kind, and I'm glad that he at least got to reunite with some of his family because of this. As for Yuka... I really hope that, since she got such a light sentence, she really *was* able to be rehabilitated, for the sake of the public.

Hi Eleanor, I'm sorry to keep bringing this up but I would be over the moon if you would consider doing this specific Swedish case at Malmölatinskola and sharing these vitcim's names and stories, Victoria Edström and Sara Böök. This case really hits close to home as they were my old teachers..and it's still affecting me even after graduating. But it breaks my heart because no-one (not even in our country) is talking about them, they were so lovely and deserve to be known across the world. But also that the defence lawyer was really trying to excuse everything with autism which makes my blood BOIL. I know I've brought it up multiple times but I hope you might consider it. But I am just pushing my luck at this point, hope you understand. May also sound a bit selfish but I think it might being sole closure to know that people are talking about them again. Thank you as always for doing these cases. What you're doing is so so important and that you give so much respect towards the victims. All the love x

Yooo, the fact that this has a happy ending (him living, finding family and getting a bump at work) is so nice! Obviously true crime around murder (or attempted in this case) usually doesn't end with survivors. Its annoying that she only got 3.5 years tho. Thanks for sharing! And you look great!

Oh, I'm so glad Pheonix's job was good to him when/as he recovered! I was worried they'd treat him like garbage :(

This is actually very similar to what happened with the Nevada-Tan case. Nevada-Tan was the nickname the internet gave a very very young japanese girl who murdered (and i think tortured?) one of her classmates. She got this nickname because she wore a sweater with Nevada written on it in a school photo. She had a lot of fanart drawn at the time. It was really disgusting.

I followed this case as it was happening, and it still shocks me how kind pheonix was even while this was happening. After he went home from the hospital, his Instagram was so positive, he acted as if nothing happened, I may be wrong /misremembering but I remember him saying that he forgave her? Such a sweet person, and such a shame he was attacked so viciously.

You'd be surprised how many weebs and other anime weirdos were trying to justify and applauding what she did.

There better be charges and jailtime. There's no exception for this behavior. Fans need to calm down and fo outside sometime

I really hope that she's banned from ever going to another host club (or any other similar business). I also hope that she has a determined mental health professional. That level of delusion doesn't sound like a one-time thing, if you know what I mean. I really hope that she's better and doesn't reoffend, but I don't like the chances...

i worked as a nightclub hostess in australia and i can confirm the burnout in this job is real. you're working crazy hours, dealing with intoxicated people and running around with drinks... all in heels. on the outside it seems like a super glamorous job and people get lured in by the idea of making big tips and hanging out with customers but it's nothing like that. i don't regret working in the industry but i could never go back.

Off topic but oh my god YOU LOOK STUNNING TODAY!! THE HAIR, THE DRESS??? STUNNINGGG

She didn’t love him, that wasn’t love, it was ownership and obsession!

as someone who really likes yanderes, and the general tropes surrounding that, the fact that people legit reacted like that to her is INSANE to me. and the fact that it's not even the first time this has happened, it's just- what the hell is wrong with people. and trying to do a gofundme for her?? like, jesus. at least Phoenix came out of this kind of okay, even though i can't imagine the trauma he now has to deal with. just, all around horrible situation

I know Pheonix didn't hold any resentment and asked for a lower sentence for her, but unfortunately it's not just for his safety, but for the general publics safety as well :/

This is absolutely going to throw me back into my true crime phase

It's funny to me that Eleanor referred to Phoenix as "pretty" because the first time I laid eyes on him my immediate thought was "Wow, he's so pretty".

As someone who saw the photos and fanart and such when this case recently happened it was just so insane to see so many people look up to this girl and attempt to make it romantic. A really sad situation :(

I’m a person that “likes” yandere characters in media but people acting like an attempted murder is fictional and idolizing the culprit makes me sick. Great video as always 💗💗

This case is a perfect example of pretty privilege. Resorting to violence in the name of love I feel is often seen as justified or romantic but if she wasn’t conventionally attractive it wouldn’t be like this. And I say that as someone who has been in therapy for over 10 years learning how to love properly and work on myself. I can absolutely still relate to that feeling of feeling so deeply for someone. But I would NEVER harm someone I love because I’ve learned that’s not how it works. Conversations like this are why I’m so grateful for creators like you that open the dialogue. ❤

The fact that there’s fan art of her covered in his blood is freaking insane

As a woman, I get so mad when people write off female predators in all shapes as innocent angels even though there's so much evidence proving their crimes PS: you look so pretty in this video!!!

It’s kinda funny how Yuka attempted to murder Phoenix so that no other woman could have him, yet she made him an even bigger attraction to female customers after the case went viral. Ironic.

Yet again I have to comment on how comforting Eleanor’s videos are!! You talk like you’re chatting away to us over a cup of tea & just keep us so engaged. You manage to educate and inform whilst it feeling relaxing & light even tho the topics are anything but. You just radiate stunning energy 🥹 sorry for my little gush there but I just really admire & appreciate you. Sending all the best to you 🩷

Horrific case that I haven’t heard in detail before. Thank you Eleanor for your amazing work!

This poor man went through misery his whole young life, and then thought he found a true friend who undertsood him; who then goes on to hurt him in the worse way. I hope hes all doing well with his physical and mental health today.

Phoenix is a better and stronger person than I'll ever be! In his shoes, I'd never forgive Yuka, and I doubt I'd wanna go back to work at the club again either, out of fear! I hope his life continues to only get better from here!

She doesn't look like a serial killer. WHAT DOES A SERIAL KILLER LOOK LIKE???

We talked about how strange the fanart is, but a couple years back i used to follow a bunch of cosplayers, and some of then began cosplaying AS her. I was mortified. Some of the fanfiction writers I followed too wrote fics about her. I was so disgusted. I'm so glad Phoenix Luna survived because that is terrifying. I saw somewhere recently that she actually is released and is a streamer now, but idk how true that is. Either way, it's terrifying she's still free.

This case is so sad. She most definitely will do it again, she clearly isn't mentally well. I'm glad that Phenix has managed to come out the other side of it. ❤

I live in Japan and was here at the time, the photograph is so eery. And the reaction was so crazy It went viral and was posted on Instagram, specifically one that posts drunk people in crazy situations, and a lot of people saw it and recognised what it actually was - all those comments about how pretty she is. It was quickly taken down but it was such a weird reaction

The wendigoon cameo in the castify ad💀

There is so much misinformation and romanticizing of this case. I saw people saying stuff like "she's called the real life yandere because she killed a bunch of girls at her school for the guy she liked" or referring to pheonix as her actual boyfriend. That and idolizing her, making fan edits, it feels so gross and out of touch. Thanks for being more reliable. and also stunning ✨

These clubs, cafes and bars are usually all underage staff and a form of child abuse that is ignored and accepted in Japan. Do a story on that too Eleanor. Definitely alot to investigate there xx

That Wendigoon shout out in the ad read. Love it.

I heard about this case years ago, it still upsets me that he forgave her because I don't believe he did so if his own free will, but perhaps out of shame or to keep up appearances.

Thank you for always covering these cases with respect, and doing them justice in your videos! Also, for not standing for any of that horrible hybristophiliac nonsense. I hope the best for Phoenix.

I don't know if you're taking suggestions from KZfaq comments, but you might be interested in Michael Penttilä, a Finnish serial killer. She (she's a transwoman but changed her first names to Michael Maria for some reason) went to prison for homicide multiple times, and was actually found too dangerous to be released yet was released anyway.

Phoenix is a very appropriate name for him. I hope he has a great future.

I have been following you for a while, Eleanor, but I have to say that you look ABSOLUTELY RADIANT AND STUNNING in this video.

The fact that she also had done such things just show how insane someone can be when they're obsessed with something or someone.

i looked up the images mentioned in the video, and my god someone made a shirt with yukas face surrounded by hearts, and others drew her into cartoon characters. i can’t believe people fantasize over killers..

I remember seeing this photo online with a caption that called her a "girlboss" (and then i kept seeing it with positive/thirty captions) and up until i watched your video i geniuenly thought it was a photo of a movie or something. i didn't even /think/ of the possibility that it might be a real case bc of the way ppl were talking about her.

if this isnt proof that pretty privilege is real... then idk what is 😭😭

i'm so relieved to hear that fusion supported him in recovering and returning to work. he went through hell for almost a decade and a half, then someone tried to murder him.

3 and a half years for attempted murder is crazy, could she be rehabilitated in that time..?

As someone with BPD, the obsession with him feels all to familiar. Having a favourite person is exhausting on both ends. Something like how she described being obsessed and spiraling when they're not around. Not saying that that is normal or even an excuse, but I know how it feels to be unhealthily obsessed with someone to the point it becomes deranged. I'm not saying I would kill someone over it, but I know how it feels.

honestly, it feels like a nice break with the case ending on a much happier note than other ones. the world has been so stressful and your videos are oddly enough a comfort to me but so much of dark topics is kinda draining but i love them and u too much to stop 😂 wonderful video and depiction of the japan host life. seriously is crazy what fans do tbh

This is one of the craziest stories that you’ve told yet, and one of the craziest cases I’ve ever heard! I can’t imagine how people in this line of work, feel knowing that something like this could happen to them! Thank you, as always, for telling the story so well Eleanor! If you ever decide to bring back memberships, I will totally sign up!

Honestly as a person who has work in places similar you keep it professional you don't see clients outside work its really easy lines to be crossed that's in the end of the day determines who is professional n who is not .

I saw the photo. While it is gory, it's less scary and more comforting to know the victim survived

I was living in Shinjuku when this happened and god I remember the comments about her being too cute and a real life yandere from people…

i'm so happy u covered this case. i think its so crazy the amount of edits on my for you in 2019 on tiktok, why do poeple think thats okay? he did nothing to deserve that. i think its just so weird that people can sit behind a screen and think its okay to idolize a real life murderer.

Eleanor is just so drop dead gorgeous. She tells stories with such detail. I love it.

Love the new setup, you look stunning, and thanks for covering this case in detail,,, I've always seen the pictures going around, but could never find more information!

Eleanor I am loving your new backdrop! You so look so incredibly stunning. It’s also really interesting hearing about true crime outside the US and UK, would love to hear more like this!!💗💗💗

Lets take a moment to appreciate how incredibly strong Phoenix is. He fought his way out of hell and survived- he went back to work and continued to do what he enjoyed, welcomed back into the arms of the family he had made there. He is an incredibly strong person, and I think that is the most important part of this case. A young man almost died, but he pushed through and survived.

It's wonderful to see how you've evolved, Eleanor, yet your content is still as excellent and informative. Hope you and your cats are well x

It's a good day when Eleanor posts! ❤

This case is wild. Unbelievable how obsessed she became. Then to think she was idolized

i just read that she is out and she is now streaming games and stuff like that truly disgusting how low of a scentense she got

How disgusting “she’s too pretty so she can’t be a murderer” wtf is this world coming to🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️. Looking great Eleanor🥰👍sending love from Australia 🇦🇺❤️‍🔥

This is off topic but I just gotta say I love your new background. The bright natural lighting and mr giraffe are just what I need when I’m listening to such tough cases. Your absolutely glowing girl❤️ Thank you for sharing this case with us

i was starting to lose my sight cause of the lack of eleanor i feel like i just stumbled upon an oasis in a desert thank you eleanor

oh !! I've always wondered the full backstory of that photo !!! so glad u covered this case

I just think it’s so crazy that she could be SO jealous, when she worked the EXACT same job.

ive been watching you for 5 years (since I was 14) and I am so proud of you, and how incredibly far it has come!! keep being you

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I remember this case! So when I saw your notif I was like "Omg! This case! You're talking about it!" I was very surprised because I never thought I'd be hearing this case again but on your channel 😦‼️

I heard about this case on another video and I'm so glad Eleanor decided to cover it! The fetishization of "Yandere" is not okay and it's horrible to see people sympathetic towards someone just because they're "too pretty" and fit a common anime trope :(

Can we just talk about how beautiful his name is?! Phoenix Luna? Wow! Also so happy to hear an happy ending! Love it for Phoenix!

I can't believe you would cover a story like this. But thank you so much

i have been watching you for years, and you are glowing babe!! you look so happy 😭😭 love you!!

Your videos are so well made and professional 💗

I don’t think I’ll ever love another KZfaqr like a have loved Eleanor ! Keep slayin queen

I remeber seeing this case when it blew up, moslty the photo of her covered in blood smoking a cigarette, and the "real life yandere" talk and even then i was bewildered! I really appreciate this video especially because i NEVER heard ANYTHING about the victim! Everything was about Yuka and how everyone was head over heels for her even if she commitied attempted murder!! I hope Phoneix is doing Ok and Well right now, that must be traumatizing!! Thanks for the video too, I love you stuff and this explanation of the case was a very new spin on it and im very glad :D

I really hope he is healing, we as humans are sick for even being fascinated because someone survived or because someone attempted murder. I really just hope he is doing okay and I’m so happy he met some of his siblings again

her getting 3 and a half years is a crime in itself

i've barely started the video but i need you to know you look so gorgeous your hair is literally perfect

14:15 From what I've learned online, some host clubs are cool with their hosts meeting clients outside of work. In some cases it's encouraged, hosts will use dating apps to meet women and talk them into going to the club with them. It's a case by case thing basically.

"in case you don't know what a host club is" Me, and intellectual: ah no need to worry, I have seen plenty of Ouran Highschool Host Club- *I know that was probably inappropriate but I couldn't help myself, much respect to Phoenix*

Thank you as always for covering these cases.. I know I've suggested it many times before but I may as well push my luck because there's nothing to lose.. Would you consider covering the brutal murder of our previous teachers at malmölatinskola (Victoria Edström and Sara Böök) and also the outrageous claims of the defence lawyer (Anders Elison), trying to excuse a planned double murder with autism.. These women deserve to be known world wide..and their stories too..they were so lovely and deserve to be known, especially as it's a Swedish case it isn't really talked about.. not even in Sweden anymore. Might sound selfish but also for some sort of closure..? I think it could bring quite a bit of peace knowing people are talking about them..

She’s already out doing livestreams!!!

love ur vids, lowkey wish u did more unknown cases though since there's already many videos about this case

I have loved your videos for years now and just want to tell you how amazing you look! Idk what your doing but keep it up girl, so happy for you and all you’ve accomplished!❤

You know it's gonna b a good day when Eleanor posts a video

I am Japanese and impressed by how much research she have done! Especially our weird yet popular culture about host club. Respectfuly, and hopefully allow myself to add some more details for some people who into this case. Runa He went back to work after this happen, because he "didn't have anywhere else but the club". As my search he is not selling him self as "pretty one". He became #1 host some month because of only she made him one. He made her pay all of expense outside and inside of club and he told her to want to married with her one day(According to Takaoka Yuka). She just hold on to the promise when he was a bit off to her. And quite her bar management and started to work as sex worker to make more money for him. But she never told him about sex worker thing because she afraid that he won't be happy about it. And she also worked as "Papa-katsu" which is hang out with order rich man and earn money. According to her states, Runa beat her occasionally but I don't no if that is truth. She was mentally unstable quite some time in the past. And Runa is definitely uses her for money. I am not support her at all, all she've done is horrible and nerve ok. But this Japanese culture host club, floating some people for money, this is the main cause of problem.