Sapporo Challenge: Balls of Steel

Not exactly a secret and far from rare, the pachinko parlor holds a mysterious and powerful grip on some elements of Japanese society. The player gambles using the steel balls in the machine, somewhat like pinball. While it is technically illegal to play for cash, the prizes or balls can often be redeemed for money in a small room at the exterior of the parlor.

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