Gambling is illegal in Japan, but pachinko is regarded as an exception and treated as an amusement activity. Although awarding direct money prizes for it is illegal, parlors may reward players with tokens which can then be sold for cash at nearby exchange centers.

For 1,000 Yen, even beginners can enjoy playing the games of Pachinko and Pachi-slot. We advise novice players to start off using the game machines marked " J00 (Yu-pachi)". Pachinko has a one-ball/one-Yen "One-Yen Pachinko" option, or, a one-ball/four Yen "Four-Yen Pachinko" option.