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Daily Life In Osaka

OSAKA, JAPAN - APRIL 3: Patrons play slot machines inside a large pachinko and slot parlor in Osaka, Japan, on April 3, 2026. The Japanese amusement industry is currently undergoing a significant transition as operators implement new 'Smart Slot' (Smaslo) and 'Smart Pachinko' (Sumapachi) machines, which utilize digital medals to improve operational efficiency and address the 15% decline in physical parlor locations recorded over the past five years due to a shrinking player base and rising utility costs. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13533893
Date Taken	3 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Economy, Business and Finance
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

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