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Politician wants people to know which businesses in one high-risk industry are ignoring warnings during the state of emergency.
A popular pachinko place claims to be “following suggestions by city mayors“, but is what they’re doing helpful?
A grim mortality rate for pachinko parlor management companies shines a light on the poor health of the industry.
”Preventative measures” sees visitors setting themselves back $75 before even stepping foot into the casino.
If smoke-filled rooms, loud noises and low win rates weren’t enticing you to go, there might actually be a few reasons to visit one now!
Turns out there’s a simple way you assess whether you’re a happy drunk or a dangerous one, at least according to one Japanese Twitter user.
Place your bets now for what you think the biggest energy consumer in the largest city in Japan is.
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