Japan News

Osaka IR Corporation signed an agreement with Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City to implement the Specified Integrated Resort Facilities Area Development Plan for Yumeshima, Osaka.

President and CEO Geoff Freeman says the American Gaming Association is excited to help Japan achieve its economic goals, and eager to partner with the governments and people of Japan.

Company says it is well-positioned in Japan, having spent years engaging with cultural and business communities.

Over the last two weeks, The Innovation Group joined gaming industry stakeholders in Tokyo and Macau for what has become an annual pilgrimage to uncover the latest in Asia.

On 7 February in London, the breakfast will enable stakeholders and players in the market to meet, network and discuss future opportunities.

For the first time ever, the World Poker Tour will visit Japan during a four-day event to be held in Tokyo from 23-26 November.

Clarion Events, in association with Japanese firm Hakuhodo is delighted to announce the second edition to the Japan Gaming Congress which will take place in Tokyo on 10-12 May 2017.

Mitsuya Fujimoto will introduce the Japanese gaming market during the iGaming Education Forum from 16-18 November in order to demystify the country's gambling industry.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Legislation to legalize casino gambling in Japan has yet again been delayed.

Japan's first casino is in jeopardy due to bureaucracy and increasing building costs.