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Hiroshi Naito is a Japanese professional poker player and a seasoned veteran of the Asian circuit, best known for his major title victory at the Manila Megastack and his consistent presence in high-field regional events.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $92,000 in total live earnings, Hiroshi Naito has carved out a successful career as a specialized tournament grinder in the East Asian market. His career-defining moment came in October 2019 at Manila Megastack 13, where he outlasted a massive field to win the Main Event for a career-best score of $54,824. Naito has also proven his skill in prestigious international fields, securing a 5th place finish in the 2018 PokerStars Live APPT Manila Saturday Superstack for $11,294 and a runner-up finish in the 2018 APPT Macau Turbo Main Event. Recently, in March 2026, he continued his strong form at Manila Megastack 24, recording three cashes including a 17th-place finish in the Main Event. These results have solidified his poker net worth and his standing within the top 300 on the Japan All Time Money List.
For a detailed breakdown of all his tournament cashes, you can view the Hiroshi Naito Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Japan, Naito is a long-standing representative of the Japanese poker community who began recording significant international results as early as 2014. He first made waves on the European stage with a deep run at EPT Barcelona before focusing his efforts on the burgeoning markets of the Philippines and Macau. Naito is a regular fixture at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and PokerStars regional stops, having transitioned from an enthusiast to a feared professional who specializes in navigating the large-field, mid-stakes dynamics of South Asian festivals. His longevity in the game is a testament to his ability to adapt to the evolving strategies of the modern poker era.
Play Style & Strategy
Naito is recognized for a highly disciplined and resilient play style, showing particular strength in “Deepstack” and “Freezeout” structures where patient accumulation is key. His strategy revolves around a refined understanding of tournament life and fold equity, which has allowed him to secure several high-profile final tables in aggressive Asian fields. Unlike hyper-aggressive modern grinders, Naito utilizes a calculated approach, often identifying high-value spots during the “bubble” phase to leverage his stack against more volatile opponents. This mental toughness and tactical awareness make him a formidable “closer” in any major No Limit Hold’em field.
Originally from the Lake District, UK, I’ve spent the last few years living and breathing the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, I’ve been a fixture on the floor at the APT, PokerStars, and WSOP events, serving as a lead reporter and media specialist for Somuchpoker. My work is about more than just recording action; I manage the social media and digital content that brings action rail to the fans. By combining a business education and creative background, I aim to look past the technical hand histories to capture the actual human grit and drama that happens during a deep run.
