USOP Unleashes Five-Event Schedule For 2026 Across Japan And Vietnam
The U Series of Poker (USOP) has confirmed its full 2026 schedule, featuring five major events across Asia. The tour will include three stops in Vietnam , all set in InterContinental Ha Long Bay , and two championship series in Osaka, Japan , both held at the Dojima River Forum .
Headlining the season is the USOP Grand Championship Vietnam, boasting a massive VND 160 billion prize pool (over USD 6 million), making it the largest event on the calendar.

Osaka Kicks Off The Action

The season begins with the U Series Championship in Osaka, running from April 29 to May 6 at the Dojima River Forum. The series marks U Series’ return to Japan, further establishing it as a regular stop on the tour. The venue previously saw long registration lines, with a full crowd still packed in late into the night, reflecting consistently strong turnout.
Full schedule available on Somuchpoker .
Vietnam Takes The Spotlight

Following Osaka, the tour shifts to Vietnam for the first USOP Vietnam Series , scheduled from May 19 to June 1 at the 5-star InterContinental Ha Long Bay Resort. The festival features a VND 120 billion guaranteed prize pool (over USD 4.5 million), including a VND 30 billion (~USD 1.1 million) Main Event guarantee.
Full schedule available on Somuchpoker .
USOP Ambassador Kyle Bao Diep , a Vietnamese local player, emphasized that the event will be conducted fully within legal regulations, ensuring a smooth and secure experience for all players.
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The series returns to Ha Long Bay for a second edition from August 27 to September 9, carrying the same guarantees and venue.
Season Finale Returns To Vietnam
After a brief return to Osaka for another championship series from October 2 to 6, the tour concludes with the USOP Grand Championship Vietnam from October 22 to November 4. Once again held in Ha Long Bay, the grand finale will feature a VND 160 billion prize pool.
The tour has built a reputation for exceeding expectations, consistently smashing its guaranteed prize pools, sometimes doubling or even tripling them. With strong high roller fields and a growing international player base, the 2026 season is expected to continue that trend.
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