Gambling in Japan is a curious mix of strict laws and surprising exceptions....

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Gambling in Japan is a curious mix of strict laws and surprising exceptions. While most forms of betting are illegal, a few government-regulated games like pachinko, horse racing, and keirin cycling races offer legal ways to try your luck