Japan set to impose entry fee at its casinos, just like S'pore

Residents will pay $74, with cap on visits; foreigners enter free

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Japan's future casinos are set to follow Singapore's blueprint, with an entry levy to be imposed on residents while foreign tourists will get free entry.

Those who live in Japan must pay 6,000 yen (S$74) at the door, and are allowed to visit casinos up to three times a week and a maximum of 10 times a month.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on April 06, 2018, with the headline Japan set to impose entry fee at its casinos, just like S'pore. Subscribe