Japan

Comprehensive Survey Reveals Extensive Online Casino Gambling Among Millions in Japan

Vanja Mitic
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In a groundbreaking study, the National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has disclosed startling figures on the scope of online casino gambling within the nation. An estimated 3.37 million Japanese citizens have en...

MGM Resorts Prepares for Ground Breaking Ceremony on Japan’s First Casino in Osaka

Johnny K.
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MGM Resorts International and its partners have officially begun work on Japan’s first casino-integrated resort in Osaka. The groundbreaking ceremony for the ambitious project will take place on April 24, marki...

NatsumeAtari Eyes Global Expansion through Samurai Studio Brand at G2E Las Vegas

Johnny K.
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NatsumeAtari, a well-established Japanese games developer, is making significant strides in the global gaming industry. This week, the company is showcasing its offerings for the first time at the Global Gaming...

Nagasaki Authorities Dismiss Financial Partner to Re-Apply for $2.3 Billion Casino Development

Radosav Milutinovic
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After the plan of the Nagasaki Prefecture to launch an integrated resort development project was rejected by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in December 2023, the Nagasaki P...

Japanese Central Government Turns Down Nagasaki’s IR Plans Due To Uncertainty Concerning Funding

Marija Malenovic
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It was recently reported that the Japanese government, more specifically the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, turned down a plan to officially open a Las Vegas-style casino-centered inte...

Osaka Expo’s Problems Strain City’s IR Construction Progress

Marija Malenovic
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Work on ground preparation has now officially started for the planned Osaka’s integrated resort (IR) which is slated to be cited right beside the Osaka’s expo site. However, this step forward is masked by issue...