Hard rock japan. “With the recent passing of Japan’s bill, the company fully intends to apply this expertise and recognition as a major contender among the bidders for resort licenses. Tracy’s appointment and the launch of Hard Rock Japan further solidify Hard Rock Cafe International Incorporated’s rapid expansion efforts and commitment to growth in Asia,” The Japanese arm of the company will be led by Edward Tracy, former Sands China Limited employee.
“The company believes that a subsidiary is a strategic move specifically designed to boost and support Hard Rock’s activity and growth plans in the region for 2023”
We really hope that we can collaborate with Japanese partners and institutions” said back in November, Hard Rock chief executive officer Hamish Dodds.
Genting, Las Vegas Sands and MGM are among the companies that already expressed their desire to land a license in the country to operate their services. Specialists said that it is estimated that the Gross Gaming Revenue would exceed US$10 billion from the get-go countrywide. (READ SO ONE OF THE ASIAN TIGERS COULD BE THE THIRD GLOBAL POTENTIAL GAMBLING MARKET)
LDP lawmaker Ryosuke Kozuki said that hosting casinos will play an important role in helping realise the Prime Minister growth strategy of drawing 40 million tourists annually by 2020. They also want to create facilities that combine shopping malls, entertainment facilities and large conference halls.
“As the former Chief Executive Officer of Sands China Limited and Chief Executive Officer of the Trump Organization, Tracy brings more than 30 years of proven gaming, hospitality and integrated resort experience to Hard Rock. We are confident in Tracy’s ability to lead the company’s efforts in Japan and we look forward to seeing our business continue to grow under his leadership,” Added Dodds.
