Only 3 Japanese local governments have confirmed IR interest
Only three locations – Osaka, Wakayama and Nagasaki – have expressly shown an interest in hosting an IR. Around 67 are actually eligible.
Tomakomai City receives ‘priority status’ for Hokkaido IR bid
Tomakomai City has been identified as the preferred site for an IR by an advisory panel to Hokkaido’s prefecture government.
Japan announces casino advertising restrictions
Japan is making progress toward introducing the first steps of its newly approved integrated resort (IR) industry.
Get Nice announces partnership to join Japan IR race
Get Nice Holings Ltd announced on Wednesday that it had partnered with Shotoku Rinaldo Corp to develop an IR project.
Osaka to start matchmaking for IR partner
Osaka is expected to begin making selections for its commercial IR partners this spring – just a few short months away.
Hard Rock reveals plans for Hokkaido integrated resort
Hard Rock International have made it clear in the past they would want in on the bidding, and we know more now about their plans for an Integrated Resort.
Kamori Kanko wants to build integrated resort for Hokkaido
Kamori Kanko is getting ready to bid for one of Japan’s three Integrated Resort licenses, and they think they have the right mix with a Hokkaido plan.
Macau Legend moves forward with Siem Reap IR plans
Macau Legend will be proceeding with its plans to set up a casino resort in Siem Reap , Cambodia, after purchasing 1,200 hectares in the area.
Osaka ready to pull the trigger on IR bid, will soon choose a partner
Japan has yet to announce which cities may be in the official running for an integrated resort, Osaka has always been seen as a favorite for one of the IRs.
Melco hiring up to 20,000 workers for planned Japan IR
Melco Resorts is hoping new Japanese legislation on immigration will help bring in workers for the company’s planned integrated resort in the country.
