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Japan may completely get rid of online casinos
Lawmakers are taking firm steps against iGaming practices in Japan, proposing a bill that would prohibit both the operation and promotion of online casinos in the country.
Set to be submitted during the current Diet session, this initiative is being driven by members of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, Komeito, and six opposition parties, including the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and the Japanese Communist Party.
The bill will not come without any further restrictions. If passed, it will restrict related advertising through social media and other channels. While it does not propose specific penalties, it gives authorities more power to act against violators. Moreover, the Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry has also formed a panel to explore technical ways to block access to casino websites.
Back in February 2025, Japan announced it struggles with rising iGaming addiction, with the National Police Agency finding that 3.37 million people in Japan had accessed online casinos, with total bets reaching ¥1.2 trillion (almost $8.9 billion) annually. When questioned, people said they were not sure that the gambling in Japan is legal, highlighting the need for public awareness campaigns.
This move comes as Japan prepares to open its first land-based integrated resort, MGM Osaka, in 2030. What lawmakers plan to do is to put bold lines between land-based and unregulated online casinos.
FAQs
Is gambling legal in Japan?
Gambling is generally illegal in Japan, with exceptions for public sports betting (horse racing and bicycle racing) and lotteries.
What is the legal gambling age in Japan?
The legal gambling age in Japan is 20.
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