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

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Gambling in Japan is a curious mix of strict laws and surprising exceptions. While most betting is illegal, you’ll find legal outlets like pachinko parlours, horse racing, keirin cycling, and kyotei motorboat racing