Japan approves regulations for integrated resorts

Section 1 Basic principles for promoting the development of specific integrated resorts (Articles 6-10)

Section 2 Main characteristics and functions of the Casino Regulation Commission (Article 11) Section 3 Payments to public institutions (Articles 12 and 13)

Chapter 3 Main principles for promoting the development of specific integrated resorts (Articles 14-23)

Supplementary Provisions Chapter 1 General Provisions

Article 1 The purpose of this Act is to promote the development of specific integrated resorts in a comprehensive and intensive manner by prescribing basic principles, policies and other basic matters for the promotion of the development of specific integrated resorts and establishing the Headquarters for the Promotion of the Development of Specified Integrated Resorts, since the promotion of the development of specific integrated resorts contributes to the development of tourism and the local economy as well as to the soundness of finances.

Definition

Article 2 In this Act, "specified integrated resort" refers to a casino (limited to those located within a specified integrated resort area, operated by a private operator certified by the Casino Regulation Commission under Article 11 as provided for by a separate law).

(2 In this Act, "specified integrated resort" refers to an area that has been certified by the national government as an area in which a specified integrated resort can be established, as specified by law, upon application from a local government.

(Basic principles)

Article 3 A certain integrated resort must be developed in accordance with the basic principles of realizing attractive accommodation tourism, being highly competitive in the international market, utilizing the creativity and private vitality of the region, developing the local economy, and ensuring that the benefits of a reliable casino operated under appropriate supervision are returned to the people and placed under the control of the state.

(Responsibilities of the central government)

Article 4 The country has a responsibility to promote the development of a certain integrated resort in accordance with the basic philosophy of the preceding Article.

(Legal measures)

Article 5 The government shall promote the development of a certain integrated resort based on the provisions of the following chapter, and take measures necessary for that. In this case, the purpose of the necessary legal measures is set to be determined within one year from the date of the enforcement of this Act.

Chapter 2 Basic matters regarding the promotion of development of specified composite tourist facilities Section 1 Specified Combined Composite Tourist Sightseeing Facilities Important Measures for Promotion of Development (Formation of attractive sightseeing spots with high international competitiveness)

Article 6 The government has a necessary measure that a certain integrated resort has the necessary functions to make use of the regional characteristics and truly form a highly competitive attractive tourist destination. Is to take.

(Strengthening international competitiveness and development of local economy)

Article 7 The government has used private funds, management and technical skills so that the development of a specific composite resort can contribute to the enhancement of international competitiveness in the world's tourism and other related industries. I will do it. Take the necessary measures to ensure that the development of the specified composite tourist facility area contributes to enhancing the international competitiveness of the tourism and related industries.

(Respect for local autonomy philosophy)

Article 8 The government, including the promotion of integrated resort development, includes the maintenance of the integrated resort (the selection of those who install and operate the integrated resort.

(Regulation for casino officials)

Article 9 Any person who intends to install and operate casino facilities (including any person who intends to be engaged in the installation and operation of casino facilities), any person who intends to manufacture, import or distribute casino-related equipment, and any person who intends to provide services to visitors to casino facilities (hereinafter referred to as "persons involved with casino facilities") must comply with the special provisions of the rules of the Casino Regulation Commission set forth in Article 11. (Regulations on the establishment and operation of casino facilities)

Article 10: In order to properly prevent illegal activities in casinos and eliminate the harmful effects of the establishment and operation of casinos, the government shall take necessary measures for the following matters regarding the establishment and operation of casinos:

(1) Matters concerning standards necessary to ensure the fairness of gambling in casino facilities

(2) Matters concerning the proper use of chips and other cash equivalents used in casino facilities

(3) Matters concerning measures necessary to exclude members of organized crime groups and other persons whose participation in casino facility activities is illegal from those involved in casino facilities and customers of casino facilities

(4) Matters concerning the establishment and operation of facilities, organizations, and other surveillance and crime prevention systems for the prevention and reporting of crimes by those who establish and operate casino facilities

(5) Matters concerning rules, etc. necessary for maintaining public morals

(6) Matters concerning advertising regulations (7) Matters concerning the dissemination of knowledge necessary for the protection of young people and other measures necessary for their proper development

(8) Questions concerning measures necessary to prevent gambling addiction and other adverse effects that may occur to casino customers as a result of using casinos

(2) In addition to the considerations in the preceding paragraph, the government shall take necessary measures regarding the formation of a circle of people who are allowed to enter casino facilities and other admissions to casino facilities, from the viewpoint of preventing the adverse effects of the introduction of casinos on foreign tourists or people who are particularly noteworthy to foreign tourists.

Section 2 Main characteristics and direct responsibilities of the Casino Regulation Commission

Article 11 The Casino Regulation Commission shall be placed under the Cabinet as an external body as provided for by a separate law, and shall set standards for casino-related personnel in order to ensure and maintain safety regarding the establishment and operation of casinos.

Section 3 Payments to public institutions

(Payments to public institutions) Article 12 State governments and local public entities shall provide every opportunity to collect payments from those who establish and operate casinos, in a manner provided for by law.

(Admission fees)

Article 13 The national and local governments shall provide every opportunity to collect casino admission fees from guests, in a manner provided for by law.

Chapter 3 Integrated Resort Development Promotion Headquarters

Organization Article 14 In order to provide comprehensive and intensive support for the development of designated integrated resorts, the Cabinet has established the Designated Integrated Resort Facility Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the "Headquarters").

(Matters related to the Headquarters' Jurisdiction)

Article 15 The Headquarters shall handle the following matters: (1) Matters related to joint coordination regarding the promotion of the development of designated built-in resorts

(2) Matters related to the planning of important bills or Cabinet bills for the comprehensive and intensive promotion of the development of designated built-in resorts.

(3) Matters related to liaison and coordination with appropriate organizations and groups for promoting the development of designated integrated resorts

(2) The Prime Minister, as provided for in the Minister's Secretariat Act (Act No. 5 of 1947), shall be the person in charge of matters related to the Headquarters.

(Organization)

Article 16 The Headquarters shall be organized by the Director of the Individual Resort Development Promotion Division, the Deputy Director of the Individual Resort Development Promotion Division, and the members of the individual integrated resort area development promotion headquarters.

(General Manager of Integrated Resort Development Promotion Division)

Article 17, paragraph (1), the headquarters of the specific integrated resort area development promotion headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the head of the headquarters.

(2) The person in charge of the headquarters will perform the comprehensive adjustment of the headquarters, and manage and operate the operations of related staff.

(Deputy Director of the Specified Composite Resort Area Development Promotion Headquarters)

Article 18 (1) The Minister of Minister's Minister, Deputy General Manager of the Specified Composite Resort Development Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the Deputy Director of the Deputy Division.

(2 Deputy Director will perform the duties of the head of the headquarters.

(Members of specific composite resort area development promotion headquarters) Article 19 The Special Integrated Resort Development Promotion Headquarters, a member of the Special Integrated Resort Development Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the "headquarters".

(2) All the Minister of State, except for the head of the headquarters and the Deputy Director, shall perform the duties of the headquarters.

(Presentation of materials and other cooperation) < SPAN> Article 16 The headquarters shall be organized by the Deputy Director of the Individual Resort Development Development Promotion Division, the Deputy Director of the Individual Resort Development Promotion Division, and the individual integrated resort area development promotion headquarters.

(General Manager of Integrated Resort Development Promotion Division)

Article 17, paragraph (1), the headquarters of the specific integrated resort area development promotion headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the "Headquarters".

(2) The person in charge of the headquarters will perform the comprehensive adjustment of the headquarters, and manage and operate the operations of related staff.

(Deputy Director of the Specified Composite Resort Area Development Promotion Headquarters)

Article 18 (1) The Minister of Minister's Minister, Deputy General Manager of the Specified Composite Resort Development Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the Deputy Director of the Deputy Division.

(2 Deputy Director will perform the duties of the head of the headquarters.

(Members of specific composite resort area development promotion headquarters)

Article 19 The Special Integrated Resort Development Promotion Headquarters, a member of the Special Integrated Resort Development Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the "headquarters".

(2) All the Minister of State, except for the head of the headquarters and the Deputy Director, shall perform the duties of the headquarters.

(Presentation of documents and other cooperation) Article 16 The headquarters shall be organized by the Deputy Director of the Individual Resort Development Promotion Division, the Deputy General Manager of the Individual Resort Development Promotion Division, and the member of the individual integrated resort area development promotion headquarters. (General Manager of Integrated Resort Development Promotion Division) Article 17, paragraph (1), the headquarters of the specific integrated resort area development promotion headquarters (hereinafter referred to as the "Headquarters".

(2) The person in charge of the headquarters will perform the comprehensive adjustment of the headquarters, and manage and operate the operations of related staff.

(Deputy Director of the Specified Composite Resort Area Development Promotion Headquarters)

Article 18 (1) The Minister of Minister, Deputy General Manager of the Specified Composite Resort Development Promotion Division (hereinafter referred to as "Deputy Director".

Supplementary Provisions (Members of specific composite resort area development promotion headquarters)

Article 19 The Special Integrated Resort Development Promotion Headquarters, a member of the Special Integrated Resort Development Development Promotion Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as "Headquarters".

(2) All the Minister of State, including the head of the headquarters and the Deputy Director, shall perform the duties of the headquarters.

(Presentation of materials and other cooperation)