Gambling is one of the few activities in Japan that is not regulated. Needless to say, some communities are avid fans of the online gambling arenas, and a few of the film directors are part of that club too.
This is why if you are on the side that supports this form of entertainment, not to mention, playing games such as slots or poker, roulette and other such online fun and exciting options, then read on, as the below movies may just tickle your fancy, and who knows you may just learn a trick or two to practice the next time you are online hitting those buttons.
Gambling and casino stories are usually always packed full of adrenaline, adventure, intrigue and mystery. Movies are an exciting form of entertainment, and when we watch something that resonates with us, such as a film about gambling, for some it may be the better option than to visit a brick and mortar venue regulated by the government. This is also a great opportunity presented to some of the more popular Japanese film directors, as a genre to capitalize on.
A Brief Introduction to Anime
The term “Anime” is the short version of “Animation”. These are films based on cartoon-like characters and most often the real-life character portrayals resonate with many viewers. As an essential part of the Japanese’s culture, Anime has spread wide across the entire world and is based on common everyday occurrences, which is why many fans enjoy watching them.
Kaiji
This manga series, which is based on a popular comic book, started back in the late ’90s and the creator Nobuyuki Fukumoto published the first half of the comic books. It was then produced into a series in 2007 and became popular almost instantly.
Kakegurui
A series based on a compulsive gambler is packed with entertaining characters and a female gambler by the name of Yumeko Jabami. Her aim is not to win money or benefit from the games but she plays games such as Poker, out of the love for the game, as well as pleasure and amusement. Intellect and critical thinking are the main themes of the series.
One Outs
Two activities portrayed in this series are sports and gambling. As you can imagine it is chock-full of action and adventure on both sides of gambling and sports. The main protagonist is called Toua Toguchi and he is a baseball player who is highly competitive and seeks to win at every game giving it his best in all his achievements and is passionate about his side hobby, which is gambling. He plays a game called “One Outs” and becomes the leader at it.
Tetsuya
One of the most talented and legendary players of all time, in this series, faces a few obstacles while trying to achieve success at his gambling hand. This is one of those series that will motivate and move you to upskill yourself at any game of cards and improve your skills. It includes games such as “Mahjong”, during the postwar era, where other gambling games were few and far between.
All the above, and others that have not been mentioned, will heighten your awareness of some of the most loved and popular online gambling games available and perhaps even help to motivate you for your next one!