Service Improvement Initiatives

Activities to Enhance Pachinko Parlor Environments

Describes the different measures being taken for cigarette smoke and noise, including air purifiers, fragrance diffusers, and boards for separation of smoking areas. We will also talk about the industry’s efforts to improve convenience and comfort.

Availability of Varieties of Prizes

Describes the statutes on prizes offered by pachinko parlors, measures being taken by the pachinko industry bodies and individual pachinko parlors, and notifications from the National Police Agency to the pachinko industry bodies.

Enhancement of Beginners’ Familiarity with Pachinko

Describes the measures taken by some pachinko parlors, game machine manufacturers, and ancillary device manufacturers to create a comfortable environment especially for beginners and “ex-players,” such as deployment of a full-time concierge and no-smoking area.

Promotion of Lending Balls at Low Prices

Describes the continued increase in pachinko parlors operated by Lending Balls at Low Prices, the background factors behind it, and the recent trends in the diversity and complexity of pachinko parlors.