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October 2, 2023
Osaka Police Raid Illegal Casino, Arrest Dozens of People
The Osaka prefecture may soon get its first integrated resort, marking a new age for casino gaming in Japan. However, it seems some people are too eager and don’t feel like waiting, instead resorting to gambling illegally. According to a report from the Osaka Prefectural Police, local officers raided an illegal casino, arresting dozens of […]
Legal
September 28, 2023
Japanese Authorities Apprehend Two Online Gambling Facilitators
Japanese authorities have apprehended two individuals accused of facilitating illegal online gambling activities, marking the country’s first arrests of settlement agents involved in such operations. Yoshiaki Maeda and Shinya Tokita, both aged 42, face charges related to their alleged role in aiding habitual gambling among Japanese customers of overseas online casinos. Japanese Intermediaries Funneled Millions […]
Casino
September 25, 2023
Japan Greenlights Revised Osaka IR Implementation Agreement
The central government of Japan has greenlit a revised implementation agreement for Osaka’s integrated resort project. Compiled by the Osaka Prefecture and the MGM Resorts consortium, which are behind the project, the plan would allow a formal agreement to be signed later this month. The approval was announced by Japan’s Minister for Land, Infrastructure, Transport […]
Sports
September 20, 2023
2023 Japanese Grand Prix Formula 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Verstappen’s car failed him last weekend, which is why he ended outside the podium for the first time this season. The Red Bull Racing driver, however, is expected to bounce right back to the top with a win at the 2023 Japanese GP. His car problems are over, while his desire to win is unquestionable. […]
Industry
September 15, 2023
National Police Agency in Japan Increases Reward for Crime Tips
Illegal gambling operators across the globe disrupt the operations of the legal sector, avoid paying taxes and in some cases are even related to groups tied to criminal activities. As such, governments and gambling regulators constantly monitor the online and retail sectors, fighting against illegal gambling. Japan, a country that seeks to reduce the number […]
Casino
June 29, 2023
Osaka Contracts Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu for IR Monitoring Services
The Osaka prefecture has selected the business consultancy Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu for the provision of support services for the development of its upcoming integrated resort. The construction of the new casino and hospitality venue is expected to revolutionize gaming in Japan. Under its contract with the prefecture, the consultancy will be tasked with overseeing various […]
Sports
June 16, 2023
Joshua Franco vs. Kazuto Ioka II Odds, Time, and Prediction
Joshua Franco is defending his WBA super-flyweight championship title for the fourth time overall, and the second time against Kazuto Ioka. The two met on New Year’s Eve last year, and the bout ended in a majority draw, with one of the judges scoring in Franco’s favor. On June 24, Ioka will get another shot […]
Industry
May 31, 2023
Expert Says Additional Delays Threaten the IR Project in Nagasaki
A year has passed since Japanese prefectures Osaka and Nagasaki filed their applications with the national government for an integrated casino resort. The submission was completed right before the deadline set for the process. The process has gained traction at least for Osaka, which remained confident in the success of the integrated resort (IR) project, […]
Casino
May 29, 2023
Osaka Confident in Success of Integrated Resort Despite Delays
Now, though, the project is set to begin construction and to be finally completed by a 2030-set deadline. Osaka governor Hirofumi Yoshimura feels confident that there is nothing that would disrupt this progress or makee it harder for the project to succeed in the future. Osaka Is Confident in Project’s Success Come What May Of […]
Industry
May 19, 2023
Japan: Summit Ascent Plans Development of Luxury Hotel in Okinawa
Integrated resorts (IRs) offering casino gambling, hotel accommodation and amenities such as fine dining and entertainment options are proven to bring economic stimulus. Currently, most forms of gambling in Japan are banned, but an in effort to boost tourism, lawmakers have recently greenlighted a plan for an integrated resort, with casino gambling in Osaka. The […]
