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.
02/07/20 Yokohama provides more details on IR committee The committee will consist of seven people and will be entirely independent from the local government
02/06/20 Macau: first Coronavirus case fully recovered First person diagnosed with Coronavirus in Macau has been discharged from hospital with a clean bill of health.
02/06/20 Nagasaki to establish third-party IR committee Third-party committee will ensure a fair selection process for its IR operator partner.
02/06/20 Sega Sammy reveals details of Yokohama IR plans The company has entered into two new partnerships that will play a central role in the project should it secure a licence.
02/05/20 Genting Singapore shareholders green-light Japan IR plans 99.94% of shareholders voted in favour of the plans at a meeting yesterday.
02/04/20 Nagasaki will interview potential IR operators Three companies have already publicly confirmed their participation in the request for proposal phase.
02/04/20 20 Japanese companies invited to join Osaka consortium MGM Japan has invited firms to partner in its Osaka Integrated Resorts consortium that is currently operates with Orix Corporation.
02/03/20 Kitakyushu will not pursue Japan IR bid Local authorities determined that the property would be “too big” and “difficult to realize”.
01/31/20 Inaugural IR Expo in Japan attracts 10,000 visitors Some of the world’s largest casino operators showcased their integrated resorts plans at the two-day expo.
01/30/20 IR development will increase tourism in Yokohama: Mayor Mayor Toshihide Hirahara talks up the potential economic benefit Yokohama can enjoy should it be granted a licence to develop an IR.
01/30/20 Melco cooperating in Japan casino bribery case Hong Kong based company is working with prosecutors in relation to the bribery case surrounding Japanese politician, Tsukasa Akimoto .
