12/16/20 Tokyo court sentences 2 former 500.com officials The Court has sentenced two supporters of the member of the parliament Tsukasa Akimoto to prison.
11/03/20 Two men admit to IR bribery Akihito Awaji and Fumihiko Sato say they offered money to a former 500.com advisor in exchange for false testimony.
10/03/20 Akimoto’s bail revoked over allegations of bribery After being released in February, Akimoto was arrested again for allegedly trying to bribe two former 500.com advisors.
09/24/20 Japan: Akimoto could have bail revoked The lawmaker accused of corruption has now been charged for paying a witness to give false testimony. His bail could be revoked.
03/04/20 Akimoto makes first public appearance since jail release Japanese politician was jailed over casino bribery accusations last month and was released on bail
02/13/20 Akimoto release from jail after paying bail According to his attorney, Akimoto maintains his innocence on all counts and plans to continue to serve in his position in the House.
