What day is today (1.23) in Osaka? Hurry to the pachinko parlor now

What is this topic (bustling) about? ?

When I checked X(twitter) this morning, I saw this topic:

123大阪本店

人がすごい。
もう完全に打ち切りですね。
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— ちお@ジャグリスト777 (@jugglerest777) January 22, 2024

Pachinko 123 Day is very crowded from early morning

What about tourists? You might think so, but
today, January 23rd, is “Pachinko 123 Day”, and accordingly, the 123 Osaka main store was buzzing with excitement from 6am.

Easy-to-understand explanation of pachinko

What is pachinko?

Pachinko is a form of gambling and entertainment that originated in Japan.
Basically, it is gambling played on a special machine called a pachinko machine.
Although pachinko generally has elements similar to casino slot machines, it has its own unique characteristics.

Pachinko machines use many small silver balls. Players aim to place a silver ball in a specific location by pressing a button and throwing a ball. The points you get and the payouts are determined by the number of silver balls you put in, and this is the element of gambling.

How can you make money with pachinko?

Depending on your wins, losses, and scores, you can win specific prizes and exchange tickets at pachinko parlors, which can be exchanged at the prize exchange inside the store. On the other hand, gambling is prohibited by law in Japan, so winnings are not paid out in cash. Instead, it is common to redeem the prizes you win for cash later.

The number of pachinko players nationwide is 7.7 million.

In 2022, pachinko and pachislot will be enjoyed by 7.7 million people, an increase of 500,000 from the previous year. Pachinko is deeply rooted in Japanese society and culture, and is a part of the game enjoyed by many people. On the other hand, gambling addiction and problems can occur, which is considered a social issue.

There are two ways to play pachinko: pachinko and slots.

When you go to a shop called a “pachinko parlor”, you can play pachinko and slot machines. I will explain each genre.

1. pachinko:
   • Pachinko is a form of gambling that originated in Japan and is played using a special machine.
   • At the pachinko machine, you use small silver balls and press a button to throw the silver balls, aiming to land them in a specific spot.
   • You can win prizes and exchange tickets depending on your wins and losses and points, but cash refunds will not be given. It is common to exchange prizes for cash.
2. Pachislot:
   • Pachislot refers to slot machines, and there is a form unique to Japan.
   • At pachislot machines, you place bets on the combinations of symbols displayed on the reels (rotating cylinders).
   • Pachislot, like pachinko, is played on special machines and is usually found in dedicated pachinko parlors or game centers.
   • You can win prizes and exchange tickets based on your points and matching combinations, which can be exchanged at the prize exchange inside the store.

What is Pachinko 123?

“Pachinko & Slot 123” is a pachinko chain run by Nobuta Enterprises Co., Ltd.
The main store is located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, in the Minami area. Under the name “Pachinko & Slot 123”, we are currently operating 65 stores nationwide from Kyushu to Kanto, mainly in Kansai.

The shop name 123 has the meaning of a good name for easy-to-understand grounders such as “Iroha” and “ABC,” and also includes the meaning of spreading towards the end.

The correct name is “Ichi-ni-san”, not “One-Two-Three”.

123rd January 23rd is also the founding date of the Nobeta Group.

The Nobuda Group , the company that operates Pachinko & Slots 123, was founded on January 23rd, and in 2024 it will have been 61 years since its founding.

Can you really win on 123 days?

I think everyone wants to win when gambling, but is “123 Day” a day when you can actually win? I looked it up.

https://shiva-slot.com/123-group

When I looked into it, it used to be a very hot event = an event where you could win, but now it’s not so much. However, it is definitely a hotter day than usual.

The reason is that it is one of only two days a year: December 3rd and January 23rd.

There is one Pachinko & Slot 123 store in the Minami area (Namba/Shinsaibashi) and a Tsuruhashi store nearby.

Is there a 123 in the Minami area? Currently, there appears to be one 123 store operating in the Namba and Shinsaibashi areas. There was also another store open in Tsuruhashi within 5km.

Pachinko & Slot 123 Namba store

Reviews of Pachinko & Slot 123 Namba branch

Here are some reviews from people who have actually visited the store: The language used is maniac, but the atmosphere alone…

I don’t feel like hitting 4 punches at a store where I can’t hit anything with just 1 punch, but I think I’m getting a fair bit of a hit here.I lost 4 matches though.

It’s natural when you consider the customer turnover rate, but sometimes I think the probability is lower for the light-middle ↑ table than for the sweet one, so it’s better to avoid the sweet one because it won’t be played with.If you want to play for a long time with a small investment and don’t want to sit back, it’s better to hit the light middle ↑.From google

I went to Minami for the first time in a while.I played Pachislot Juggler because I had an image of it being released in the past.There were some tables that were out.It was good to have customers.If you ask a regular customer, they will tell you that they don’t sell half as much as they used to.Once you get hooked for the first time, you can’t take it back, so the key to success is how well you hold the ball.

Customers……Many Chinese groups!From google

There were relatively many customers, and 70% of the seats were occupied. There are a lot of balls, so you can stay all day and still not lose tens of thousands of yen. This is a very comfortable pachinko parlor.From google

Summary: Pachinko 123 can be enjoyed even by foreigners.The winning rate is high on 123 days.

Pachinko 123 is a nationwide pachinko chain store run by the Nobeta Group, which originated in Osaka . It is one of the largest group stores in Japan in terms of scale, so even first-timers and foreigners can enjoy playing pachinko safely and comfortably.

And “123 Days” seems to be a very popular event among fans .

Expectations are high for the commemorative event on January 23rd, which is also the founding date of the Nobuta Group, and we can expect a high winning rate.

If you are looking for entertainment to enjoy in Osaka, why not try playing pachinko?