Lawson CEO to Join New Japan Group to Back Casino Legalization
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Business leaders including top executives at Lawson Inc. and Suntory Holdings Ltd. are joining forces to back the legalization of casinos in Japan, a proposal that could open up what’s estimated to be the world’s second-largest gaming market.
Lawson Chief Executive Officer Takeshi Niinami and Suntory Executive Vice President Shingo Torii are among corporate and academic leaders forming a group to support a legalization bill introduced by lawmakers, said Hiroshi Mizohata, a former head of the Japan Tourism Agency, who will also be a member.