We know he took a certain amount but left a greater amount in the house. One of the many puzzles.
I couldn't find the specific amounts taken, aside from what was left behind. Could you please kindly provide details on how the exact amount taken was determined?
If he was economically deprived, how did he have a brand-new jacket, an expensive shirt, an expensive knife, French aftershave, and a full belly? Why he didn't take all the money and the valuables in the house?
What exactly was easy about the Miyazawa house for a robbery? Moreover, if it was a robbery, why did he enter at a time when the family were home? Why did he immediately murder a small, sleeping child? Why did he eat their ice cream and so on, so forth. Does the author know nothing about the case itself? Is he just riffing?
I share the scepticism around these questions. Admittedly, these few items do present a bit of a paradox when considering the notion of deprivation. Regarding the clothing, it's important to note that the brand doesn't necessarily indicate wealth, especially in the case of Uniqlo, which is not particularly expensive. Additionally, we can't ascertain who purchased the clothes; perhaps they were acquired by his siblings or obtained at a discounted rate, - just a possibility.
As for the unusual choice of perfume, one could argue that it was selected to combat the lingering smell of fish, especially if the killer worked in a fish processing environment (restaurants, fish market, factory, etc). This might align with the idea of preparing for a date, investing in a fragrance to leave a lasting impression. However, the possibility also exists that the perfume was stolen or a Christmas gift.
Speculating about these peculiar yet not entirely implausible items on the same person, it's worth considering that the killer, who demonstrated exceptional skill in wielding the knife during the murders, may have been accustomed to working with such blades. The logical connection between the sashimi knife and the sand from Tuna Town strengthens this hypothesis.
I'm less inclined to explore the direction of a California desert or military background. A young army recruit would likely lack the expertise displayed in handling knives, especially sashimi knives. Moreover, combat knives, preferred in military settings, differ significantly from fish knives, and the techniques required to handle them vary. If someone were planning a murder, it seems more plausible that they would choose a combat knife over a fish knife due to its sturdiness. JMO.
What exactly was easy about the Miyazawa house for a robbery?
The area appeared secluded, with houses that seemed affluent yet isolated. The entire neighbourhood exuded a sense of tranquillity, seemingly removed from the public eye. Adding to that, the bathroom window was conveniently situated on the opposite side, making it accessible for a nimble individual to climb up, remove the window frame and sneak in.