Gambling in Japan is a curious paradox – largely illegal yet woven into daily...

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Gambling in Japan is a curious paradox – largely illegal yet woven into daily life through legal exceptions. Pachinko parlours buzz with energy across cities. Horse racing, keirin (bicycle racing), and kyoutei (boat racing) offer official betting thrills