Japanese horizontal pinball machines, also known as pachinko machines, are a popular form of entertainment in Japan. These machines are similar to traditional pinball machines, but instead of using flippers to control the ball, players use a knob to launch the ball and a series of small metal pins to guide it through the machine. Pachinko machines typically have a vertical playing field, with the player standing in front of the machine and looking down on the playing field. The playing field is filled with small metal pins, which the player must navigate in order to score points. The objective of the game is to get the ball into a specific hole or series of holes, which will trigger a payout of tokens or prizes. Pachinko machines are often found in dedicated pachinko parlors, which are popular gathering places for Japanese adults. These parlors can be quite noisy, with the sound of hundreds of machines clattering and ringing at once. Despite their popularity, pachinko machines are not without controversy, as they are often associated with gambling and addiction.
Japan, pachinko, pinball, gambling, addiction
CITATION : "Daniel Johnson. 'Japanese Horizontal Pinball Machines.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=316762 (Accessed on July 16, 2025)"
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