Depending on whether you are looking for an academic study on the gambling industry or a literary analysis of the famous novel by Min Jin Lee, here are two highly regarded papers on : Academic & Social Research
This paper is available through the International Journal of English Literature and Social Sciences (IJELS) . Reader Perspectives Pachinko
“Pachinko has a low initial stake; can stimulate visual and aural senses... and can seduce players into continuous play.” ResearchGate · 17 years ago Depending on whether you are looking for an
Community reviewers and scholars highlight how the novel uses the game as a powerful metaphor for life and predestined struggle. “Similar to a Pachinko machine
“Similar to a Pachinko machine... the Koreans in Japan cannot improve their 'predestined' lives regardless of how hard they try.” Journal of Positive School Psychology · 4 years ago
It explores the historical development of the game, its immense commercial success, and the social consequences of its addictive nature.
The paper examines the "Zainichi" Korean community's struggle with identity, ethnic prejudice, and the profound sense of dislocation experienced by characters like Sunja and Noa.