Games and slots

Japan's gaming market is based on pachinko and pachislo - a hybrid of automaton and arcade mechanics legalized as "entertainment" rather than gambling.

Winnings are issued through a triple exchange system (prizes → tokens → cash outside the establishment), which formally does not violate the law.

These machines combine elements of slots and video games, with recognizable Japanese themes - anime, samurai, pop culture.

Western-style slots are allowed only within IR resorts, under the supervision of a casino commission.

In addition to pachinko, takarakuji numerical lotteries and public sports betting are popular.

The main focus of regulators is to control the frequency of visits, protection against ludomania and the responsibility of operators.

The visual style and design of the games remain an integral part of Japanese popular culture.