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Jihwan Kim is a South Korean professional poker player known for his consistent presence in the Asian tournament circuit, widely recognized as a regular in both domestic and international mid-to-high stakes events.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $154,000 in Total Live Earnings, Jihwan Kim has established himself as a competitive force in the region. His career-best live cash of TWD 698,000 (~$23,744) was achieved in the Main Event at the 18th Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT).
His other notable tournament results include:
1st place in High Roller at Super Series Poker, Cheong Na (2023) for KRW 21,000,000 (~$16,176)
2nd place in High Roller at 17th Taiwan Millions Tournament (2025) for TWD 400,000 (~$12,124)
6th place in Natural8 Open Main Event at 2025 Players Series Taiwan (2025) for TWD 273,000 (~$9,023)
2nd place in Mystery Bounty at 2025 Players Series Championship Taiwan for TWD 233,800 (~$7,082)
For a full detailed breakdown of his career statistics, you can view the Jihwan Kim Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from South Korea, Jihwan Kim has successfully transitioned from a domestic competitor to a frequent traveler on the Asian circuit. While he initially built his bankroll in South Korean events such as the Super Series Poker in Cheong Na, he has significantly expanded his resume in Taiwan over the past year. He is currently a regular participant in major festivals, including the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) and the Zodiac Series of Poker.
Play Style & Strategy
Jihwan Kim is recognized for his proficiency in No Limit Hold'em, demonstrating particular strength in navigating both large Main Event fields and elite High Roller environments. His results in Mystery Bounty and High Roller formats suggest a versatile tactical approach that can adapt to different payout structures and field densities. His ability to consistently reach final tables across different tours indicates a disciplined strategy focused on deep-run accumulation.
About the Editor
Zoe Chang is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Tournament Analyst, covering live poker festivals across Asia Pacific and writing the site's SPI Score player ranking series, tracking results and rankings across markets including Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, the US, India and Australia.