Japan approves plan to open its first casino

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Japan on Friday approved a plan to build the country’s first casino in the western city of Osaka, paving the way for a large resort aimed at attracting domestic and international tourist spending.

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Japan authorizes its first casino in Osaka

Long reluctant, the government grants a license to boost tourism.

Japan approves plan to open first casino to lure tourists

Japan’s government approved a controversial plan to open the country’s first casino in the city of Osaka as it seeks to lure more foreign tourists. The casino resort is to include conference facilities, an exhibition hall, a hotel and a theatre and is expected to open as early as autumn 2029, four years after Osaka hosts a World Expo.

Japan approves plan to open first casino to lure tourists

TOKYO (AP) -- Japan's government on Friday approved a controversial plan to open the country's first casino in the city of Osaka as it seeks to lure more foreign tourists.

Japan approves plan to open first casino to lure tourists

By MARI YAMAGUCHI Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s government has approved a controversial plan to open the country’s first casino in the city of Osaka as it seeks to lure more foreign tourists. The casino resort is to include conference facilities, an exhibition hall, a hotel and a theater and is expected to open as early as autumn 2029. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says it will contribute to the local and national economy. The casino will…