Japan’s House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that would ban the operation and promotion of online casinos within the country. This move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to tackle the growing issue of gambling addiction. The bill has garnered substantial backing from the Liberal Democratic Party, while the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan has opposed the legislation. This bill now heads to the House of Councillors for further deliberation. If it passes, the new law will likely take effect soon, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to gambling regulation. Impact on Gambling in Japan According to a survey released earlier this year, approximately 3.37 million Japanese citizens have engaged in online gambling, spending 1.24 trillion yen (about $8.7 billion) annually on these activities. Despite this growing trend, online gambling remains illegal in Japan, even for sites legally operating overseas. This proposed legislation is part of a broader effort to reduce gambling-related harm and prevent… Read More

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