Every year, May 14-20 is “Problem Gambling Awareness Week.In conjunction with the awareness week, the Association compiles data from families with gambling addicts who come to the office for consultation every year.
This year, we are announcing the data earlier in light of the bank account theft case of Ippei Mizuhara, former interpreter of Shohei Otani.
Mr. Mizuhara's case is not a fire on the other side of the river. We would appreciate the help of the media to raise awareness about the reality of gambling addiction in Japan and the damage caused by illegal online casinos, including sports betting.
Gambling addiction and online casinos (including sports betting) affected Ippei Mizuhara 20240412.pdf