TOKYO -- Japan is placing a huge bet that a casino resort planned by Osaka will replicate the success of similar venues in Singapore, but the lofty economic ambition comes with the challenges of operating a gambling house.
Osaka resort counts on gambling revenues but faces capacity limits

An artist rendering of the planned casino resort in Osaka due to open in late 2029. (Image courtesy of MGM Resorts International and Orix)
TOKYO -- Japan is placing a huge bet that a casino resort planned by Osaka will replicate the success of similar venues in Singapore, but the lofty economic ambition comes with the challenges of operating a gambling house.