Japanese Casinos and Gambling in Japan

Japan won't move on casino gaming

Japan will not move on casino legislation in this legislative session. read more

Japan: Seniors play games of chance for brain health

A Japanese day center uses games of chance to help seniors prevent dementia. read more

Japanese lawmakers table casino expansion legislation

The Japanese legislative body decided not to hold a special legislative session in the fall, which means that 2016 is now the earliest possibility for passing new gaming bills. read more

AGA would help Japan on casinos

AGA president touts US offer of information and experience to Japan, if they legalize casinos. read more

Japan casino legalisation bill won't be introduced this week

Introduction of legislation to legalize casino gambling in Japan further delayed. read more

Japanese official says Netanyahu asked him to advance franchise for Adelson casino

The official was shocked by the unusual request, and rejected it out of hand. read more

Hard Rock International hires Daniel Cheng as SVP Development, Gaming/Asia-Pacific

Boasting nearly three decades of industry experience, Cheng’s appointment is a strategic move designed to accelerate momentum behind the brand’s global gaming growth plans. read more

South Korea to pick up where Japan left off

South Korea will likely benefit from Japan's decision not to repeal its casino ban. read more

Casino talk highlights Japan's gambling addicts

Recent talk of legislating casinos has shone a light on Japan's estimated 5.36 million gambling addicts. read more

Casinos in Japan: Not dead yet

The investment community says gaming revenue in Japan could range from $10 billion to $15 billion annually, topping the yearly totals produced by Nevada and Singapore. read more