Key Takeaways
- Japanese politicians plan to introduce a bill to permit a limited number of casinos and establish a new gambling regulator.
- The bill should be submitted by year end, with the prospect of coming into force in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
- A catatonic economy and desperation for tax revenues could see this being the first step on a long road to legalizing online gaming in the country.
A cross party group of politicians in Japan have set out their intention to legalize casino gambling and establish a new gambling regulator.
