(Newswire.net — January 2, 2023) — Over the past few years, the number of online casino players in Japan has increased dramatically. The secret behind the popularity of online casinos is that they are the best entertainment available, where you can enjoy authentic casino games from the comfort of your home computer. But are there any concerns about safety and illegality?
Gambling in Japan is regulated by a strict criminal law called the “Gambling Law. A person who gambles shall be punished with a fine of not more than 500,000 yen or a fine. (Penal Code, Article 185, main text). Furthermore, “A person who opens a gambling establishment or joins an exposition for profit shall be punished by imprisonment for not less than three months and not more than five years.” This is a provision of the law. So, does this criminal law apply to illegal Internet casinos? (Known in Japanese as ネット カジノ 違法)
Actually, casinos conducted over the Internet cannot be cracked down on as of 2023. Japan’s current laws do not allow for the arrest of players playing in online casinos. Strictly speaking, playing online casinos correctly is not illegal.
What are the policing targets?
So what kind of casinos are being policed? Strict penalties are imposed on gambling activities that take place at establishments in Japan. Casino gambling that operates in Japan is subject to the law.
However, online casinos cannot be said to be completely legal and are in a “gray area” under current Japanese law. Therefore, players should choose online casino sites that are legally licensed and operated overseas.
It is expected that the position of online casinos in Japan will remain the same in 2023. The Japanese government, which is working to launch land casinos, or so-called IR, still has many issues to amend the law, and it is expected that some regulations and changes to online casinos will come after IR resorts (land casinos) open.
There are still many things about online casinos in Japan that have not yet been accurately determined, and many players are still uneasy about them. However, casino operators issue licenses that make gambling legal and ensure its safety. Therefore, it is of paramount importance to verify that they hold a license, and by choosing a licensed site, you can enjoy a safe game. Most Japanese players are aware of this fact and enjoy online casinos safely.