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.
02/11/20 Akimoto set for release following $273,000 bail payment The former House of Representatives member’s release is pending after public prosecutors filed an appeal.
01/17/20 Wakayama Governor says bribe scandal will not affect IR plans Governor Nisaka says the scandal won’t impact Wakayama’s IR plans
01/16/20 Japan scandal: Osaka bans meetings between government staff and gambling operators Any meeting between government employees and operators has to be note posted on the government website with the date and purpose of the meeting
01/15/20 Akimoto under arrest as casino bribery scandal hots up Akimoto has denied all charges and believes the alleged payments have been accounted for by his secretary.
01/14/20 Japan: new arrest warrant issued over casino bribes New arrest warrant issued for lawmaker Tsukasa Akimoto relating to casino bribery allegations that emerged last month.
01/10/20 Japan says bribe scandal won’t impact IR schedule “We should continue to ensure we realize the effects of an IR facility as soon as possible,” Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said
