Gambling in Japan is a curious mix of strict laws and allowed exceptions. While...

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Gambling in Japan is a curious mix of strict laws and allowed exceptions. While most forms of betting are illegal, games like pachinko, horse racing, keirin (bicycle racing), and kyoutei (boat racing) are officially permitted