02/25/20 Genting Singapore sets its sights on Yokohama Genting Singapore Ltd goes all in on Japan IR bid in Yokohama.
02/24/20 Coronavirus: Yokohama postpones IR briefings The decision was taken to avoid large number of people gathering in confined spaces.
02/24/20 Nagasaki University could offer IR Management course Management course would coincide with the region being awarded a licence to construct an IR.
02/20/20 Japan: Hokkaido will not pursue an IR license Local government has decided not to seek any budget for IR development for the coming fiscal year.
02/20/20 Wakayama publishes draft IR policy Document indicates no more than three IRs will be constructed in the first phase of the regions plans to open casinos.
02/20/20 Japan: gambling addiction covered by public health insurance Decision forms part of the government’s Addiction Strategy Promotion Basic Plan.
02/19/20 Yokohama City to present IR policy by June Draft Basic Policy set to land in March with a period of public consultancy to follow.
02/17/20 MGM named sole bidder for Osaka IR MGM-Orix consortium selected as the only applicant to develop a new integrated resort in Osaka.
02/17/20 Universal Entertainment net sales increase in 2019 Universal Entertainment saw new sales increase 34% but recorded a net loss for 2019.
02/17/20 Japan: public opinion against IR strengthens Japanese public opinion against IR as high as 62.4% according to a poll.
02/14/20 Murren shows interest in MGM’s plans for Japan “I’m absolutely sure I’m going to be involved in the Japan project”, departing MGM resorts CEO Jim Murren has said.
02/14/20 Osaka City reveals 2020 budget Osaka publishes draft budget of JPY 1.77 trillion (US$90 billion) with funds set aside to host the 2025 World Expo and develop an IR.
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.
02/10/20 Kanagawa launches problem gambling survey Results will be used to develop anti-addiction measures should the province and the cities within it be awarded one of three IR licences in Japan.
