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Updated: 2026.04.16

USOP Vietnam Q1 2026 — U Series of Poker (USOP)

The U Series of Poker (USOP) has confirmed its tournament schedule for the second half of 2026, with three major stops set across Vietnam and Japan .

The series returns to the Intercontinental Ha Long Bay twice, alongside a championship event in Osaka at Dojima River Forum , giving players a clear run of festivals from late August through early November.

Three Stops Confirmed for Late 2026

The schedule begins with the USOP Vietnam Series, running from August 27 to September 9, 2026 in Ha Long Bay. The series will feature a VND 120 billion total guaranteed prize pool.

Attention then switches to Japan, where the U Series Championship Osaka takes place from October 2 to October 6, 2026 at the Dojima River Forum. The stop is positioned as a high-stakes championship event during the Japanese autumn season.

The USOP year concludes with the USOP Grand Championship Vietnam, scheduled from October 22 to November 4, 2026, returning once again to Ha Long Bay. This final stop carries the biggest numbers of the year, with a massive VND 160 billion series guarantee.

Vietnam Returns as a Key Destination

With two stops taking place in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam continues to play a central role in the USOP calendar. The location combines large prize pools with a destination setting that has become increasingly familiar to players on the Asian circuit.

The Osaka stop adds variety to the schedule, offering a shorter, more concentrated championship event between the two Vietnam series.

Full details for each stop are expected to follow, with players now able to plan their schedules around the confirmed dates.

For more information, contact can be made via the official channels below or the U Series website.