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JapanK Poker Profile: Net Worth, Earnings & Stats (2026)
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From Nine Big Blinds to Champion: Asaki Tanaka Captures First Major Title at APPT Manila 2026
Asaki Tanaka captured his first major title at APPT Manila 2026, winning the APPT Open, PHP 4.8M, and the trophy after a one-hand heads-up.
ACR Poker Venom Vault: Free Keys & $2,650 Seats
Get a free key at the ACR Poker Venom Vault. Every key wins, with $2,650 Venom seats up for grabs. Join before Aug 30.
Irish Poker Open Debuts in Sydney with AUD 1.85M Guaranteed
The Irish Poker Open Sydney 2026 is set to bring one of poker's most iconic brands to Australia from August 31 to September 14.
Asia’s Poker Revolution – Part 2/2 – Asia’s Poker Capitals
Discover the best Asian poker destinations, from Ho Chi Minh City and Tokyo to Cambodia, and learn why Asia has become poker's fastest-growing region.
Triton Poker Series: The Rise of High-Stakes Poker – Part 1
Discover the story of the Triton Poker Series - from its Asian roots to the world's top high-stakes brand, record buy-ins, and elite players.
CoinPoker 3-Bet Club Membership – Win a Free Month
The CoinPoker 3-Bet Club membership launches Aug 17. Earn up to 15% weekly rewards on top of CoinRewards - join the waitlist for a free first month.
Stake 9th Birthday Poker Special – $90,000 GTD
Enter the Stake 9th Birthday Poker Special on Aug 8: $90,000 GTD, $9 buy-in, $5 bounty on every player.
Jumalon and Saaskilahti Set for Heads-Up in WSOP Main Event
Five eliminations and a trapped Greg Mueller later, Jumalon and Saaskilahti are set to battle heads-up for the WSOP Main Event title.
Former MLBB Star Billy ‘Z4pnu’ Alfonoso Lands Career-Best Poker Victory as APPT Open Reaches Day 2
Former MLBB star Billy "Z4pnu" Alfonso earns the biggest cash at APPT Manila 2026 as APPT Open Day 2 begins and Harry Halim stays unbeaten.
APT is Back! APT Incheon 2026 with KRW 4 Billion (~USD 2.7 Million) Guaranteed
The APT Incheon 2026 runs August 7 to 16 at the tournament tables of the palatial Paradise City Casino Resort in Incheon, South Korea
TMT20: Chun Liang Kuo Wins Crown Main Event For TWD 4.5M as Festival Concludes
Chun Liang Kuo wins TMT20's Crown Main Event for TWD 4,500,000, closing out the festival's landmark 20th edition after 27 days.
Yuhan Liu Completes Incredible Comeback to Win KPC Main Event
Yuhan Liu completes a remarkable comeback to win the 1,692-entry KPC Main Event in Jeju for KRW 224.25 million, worth around USD 153,495.
Kim Giboum Captures the PokerStars Red Dragon Trophy for a Career-Best $74,000 at APPT Manila 2026
Kim Giboum tops a wild final table to win the PokerStars Red Dragon for PHP 4,550,000 (~USD 74,005) at APPT Manila 2026.
Jason Koon Enters the Poker Hall of Fame as the Sole 2026 Inductee
2026 Poker Hall of Fame welcomes Jason Koon as its sole inductee. Discover how his WSOP bracelets and high-stakes poker success cemented his legendary legacy.
BCPoker Desktop Client Is Live for Mac and Windows
BCPoker desktop client is live for Mac and Windows, with 4-table multi-tabling, full customization, and the same account tools mobile players already use.
Daniel Neilson Wins Sovereign 50K for Career-Best $1M
Daniel Neilson wins the KPC Sovereign 50K for a career-best $1.006 million after defeating Sean Ooi from a 73-entry field in Jeju.
Phil Galfond Reviews the New Garrett Adelstein Book
Phil Galfond reviews the new Garrett Adelstein book, Beneath the Cards. Discover what it really takes to win in high-stakes poker and overcome big challenges.
Poker in Pop Culture: The Best Gambling TV Shows Every Poker Fan Should Watch
Discover the best gambling TV shows featuring poker, casinos, and high-stakes drama. Explore the most entertaining fictional series every poker fan should watch.
TMT20 Day 25: Ruki Nishibata Bags Crown Main Event Chip Lead as Field Completes
Ruki Nishibata takes the overall chip lead as TMT20's Crown Main Event field completes at 1,635 entries, with Day 2 live today.
PokerStars Red Dragon Smashes Guarantee as APPT Manila 2026 Day 2 Begins; Manlapaz and Aggarwal Win Side Events
PokerStars Red Dragon reaches 579 entries at APPT Manila 2026. Chulwoo Park leads Day 2 while Manlapaz and Aggarwal win side events.
Jeju Poker Festival 2026 Begins With KRW 50M Red Dragon Annual Appreciation Event
Jeju Poker Festival 2026 runs from October 28 to November 11, opening with a KRW 50 million Red Dragon Annual Appreciation Event.
You Xuan Luo Goes Back-to-Back with Poker Queen Win on TMT20 Day 24
You Xuan Luo backs up her Apex High Roller win with the TMT20 Poker Queen title, headlining Day 24 as the festival nears its final weekend.
Maurice Hawkins Dominates Summer 2026 Despite Bankruptcy Struggles
Check out the latest Maurice Hawkins poker results as he earns $844K in summer 2026 while handling a high-profile Chapter 7 bankruptcy case.
Chris Moneymaker Bubble Call at the 2026 WSOP Main Event -Exclusive ACR Poker Interview
Chris Moneymaker breaks down his J-9 bubble call vs Vargas's aces at the 2026 WSOP Main Event in an exclusive ACR Poker interview. The full hand and lessons.
2026 WSOP Main Event Final Table: The Shot Clock is Officially Removed
WSOP announced a very recent update about the 2026 World Series of Poker! The 2026 WSOP Main Event final table drops the shot clock rule.
Virgin Sportsbook Robbery: Employee Steals $28K and Returns to Work the Next Day
Read the unbelievable story of the Virgin sportsbook robbery, where a William Hill casino employee stole $28,000 and returned to work the very next day!
Asia’s Poker Revolution – Asia’s Poker Capitals – Part 1/2
Discover the best Asian poker destinations, from Macau and Jeju to Manila and Taipei, and learn why Asia has become poker's fastest-growing region.
Bryn Kenney Wins KPC $100K Charity High Roller for $1.95M
Bryn Kenney wins the KPC King’s Charity Super High Roller for $1.954 million after 71 entries created a massive $6.674 million prize pool.
GGPoker August Giveaway 2026 – $18M in Rewards Across Every Format
GGPoker August Giveaway with $18M up for grabs: $7.5M daily leaderboards, $5M WSOP Online, $3M GG Signature and a $200K PLO Series.
Renato Villanueva Jr. Wins Okada Kickoff for PHP 820,184 at APPT Manila 2026
Renato Villanueva Jr. defeats Kohei Takami to win the Okada Kickoff for PHP 820,184, while Joris Michl claims his second APPT Manila 2026 title.
Jesse Lonis In Charge as Tom Dwan and Bryn Kenney Chase Into King’s Charity SHR Final Table With $1.95m Up Top
Jesse Lonis leads Tom Dwan and Elton Tsang into the USD 6.67M King’s Charity Super High Roller final, with USD 1.954M awaiting the winner.
Adin Ross Net Worth: Real Earnings, Kick Equity, and the $100M Myth
How much is Adin Ross net worth in 2026? Real estimates, his Kick equity, Rainbet gambling deals, cars, the Breaking Bad house, and why he's not worth $100M.
Tony Ren Lin Leads Dwan, Tsang, Kenney and Tang in $100K King’s Charity High Roller
Tony Ren Lin leads Elton Tsang, Tom Dwan, Bryn Kenney and Danny Tang after Day 1 of the $100K King’s Charity Super High Roller in Jeju.
TMT20 Day 21: Ascent APL Shatters Guarantee as Ori Kossonogi Leads Final 85, Jihwan Oh Claims High Roller Title
Ascent event at TMT20 smashed its NTD 5M guarantee with 843 entries. Ori Kossonogi leads the final 85 players, while Jihwan Oh wins High Roller.
Poker Pro Sued for $87K Over Excessive Marijuana Smoke in Luxury Condo
A New York poker pro sued for $87,000 over marijuana secondhand smoke. Learn about the Manhattan condo lawsuit against Chau Shing Lam today.
Okada Kickoff Crushes Guarantee as 87 Survivors Return for Day 2; Joris Michl and Kazuki Kiyokawa Claim Early Titles
Okada Kickoff drew 573 entries as 87 players advanced to Day 2. Joris Michl and Kazuki Kiyokawa won the first APPT Manila 2026 titles.
QQPK Summer Millions Series 2026 – $4,000,000 GTD
QQPK Summer Millions Series is live: $4,000,000 GTD, 490+ events, freerolls, Mystery Bounties and a Triton Genesis seat.
The Historic 11-Way Poker Tournament Chop at Goliath
Fancy to know the details behind the unprecedented 11-way poker tournament chop at the Grosvenor Goliath festival's Monster Stack event? Read more here!
Daeyoung Park Wins Record 9,094-Entry TMT20 Main Event
Daeyoung Park wins the record 9,094-entry TMT20 Main Event for TWD 6.1 million, while Oliver Lirio leads a Filipino High Roller sweep.
Xin Jiang Wins KPC Jeju Opening for KRW 57.6 Million
Xin Jiang won the 370-entry KPC Jeju Opening for KRW 57.6 million, while Jinsui Fan leads the KRW 300 million Mystery Bounty.
How Top Poker Pros Are Trading Chips for Bubble Tea
Far, far away off the felt - online poker legends Di and Hac Dang are investing their $20M poker winnings into a brand-new bubble tea shop in Maryland, USA.
Poker in Pop Culture – Most interesting gambling documentaries
Discover the best gambling documentaries, from poker classics to casino and sports betting stories that reveal the real psychology behind gambling.
Hanoi Is Ready for Another VND 80 Billion Poker Feast
QPC Autumn 2026 returns to Hanoi from August 9–19 with 64 events, VND 80 billion guaranteed and a VND 20 billion Main Event.
Thailand Poker Sports Association Leads Push for Poker as a Mind Sport
Get insight to how the Thailand Poker Sports Association is transforming the local scene by establishing poker as a skill-based mind sport, not just gambling.
Shiina Okamoto Headlines TMT20 Day 17 with High Roller Victory
Shiina Okamoto wins the TMT20 High Roller for TWD 594,000 as the Main Event completes two more flights ahead of today’s final chances.
Historic Back-to-Back Finishes at the WSOP Circuit in Las Vegas
Read about the unbelievable story of the 2026 WSOP Circuit Horseshoe PLO where two players met in back-to-back finals with the exact same outcome.
Somuchpoker Unveils Major Platform Upgrade with New Statistics Hub, Smarter Navigation and Enhanced Tournament Database
See Somuchpoker's latest website upgrade with new tournament stats, redesigned tour pages, improved poker calendar, and smarter navigation.
ACR Poker Run Up Series 2026: $10 Million GTD Plus a $1 Million Mystery Bounty
$1 Million Mystery Bounty for $66 and chase a $100,000 top bounty in the $10M GTD ACR Poker Run Up Series. Use code SMPBONUS for 100% up to $2,000.
Asia’s Poker Revolution – Part 1 – The Rise of Poker in Asia
Discover how Asian poker became one of the world's fastest-growing poker scenes, driven by the Asian Poker Tour, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Triton Poker.
Naoya Kihara: The Story Of Japan’s First WSOP Champion
Learn about Naoya Kihara, Japan’s first WSOP bracelet winner, his poker career, historic 2012 victory, backgammon roots and remarkable two-title run in 2026.
TMT20 Day 14: Taiwanese Players Sweep Seven Trophy Events as Record-Breaking Main Event Continues
Taiwanese players clean sweep all seven trophy events on Day 14 of TMT20, while the Main Event continues to build momentum with Flight C.
Finding Your Perfect Fit: What Makes a Great Online MTT Platform?
Looking for the best online poker platform? We compare BCPoker, GGPoker, and ACR to help you crush multi-table tournaments online and find your daily grind.
Poker Players Protest New IRS Gambling Tax Rule
Learn about the details on why poker players are fighting the new IRS gambling tax rule that caps gambling loss deductions and taxes phantom income.
Poker Dream 25 Malaysia Launches This Week at Resorts World Genting With MYR 4 Million Main Event
Poker Dream 25 Malaysia kicks off this week. See the full schedule, buy-ins and guarantees for the MYR 4M Main Event.
Neymar Jr at the WSOP: Brazilian superstar takes on the poker tables in Las Vegas
Neymar Jr returns to the World Series of Poker 2026 in Las Vegas following his international football retirement. Read about Neymar Jr WSOP 2026 results.
Grand Loyal Poker Championship Raises the Stakes Again with VND 60 Billion Guarantee for GLPC V
Grand Loyal Poker Championship V hits Hanoi July 29 to August 9 with a VND 16 billion Main Event and over VND 60 billion guaranteed across the schedule.
RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026 Ends With Two Major Champions And KRW 150 Million Bounty Pull
Tsz Kin Heung and Trung Hieu Nguyen win the final headline events at RDPT PLUS as Linyu Zheng pulls the KRW 150m Dragon Egg bounty.
Poker in Pop Culture – Best Poker Novels Every Poker Fan Should Read
The best poker novels explore more than just gambling. Discover top poker in fiction and gripping books that capture real risk, psychology, and human drama.
APPT Manila 2026: Players Party, Key Events & How to Register
APPT Manila 2026 kicks off July 28 at Okada Manila. Players Party on August 7, pre-registration guide, key events, and ₱132M in guarantees.
Daniel Negreanu’s Team Win: 25K Fantasy League
Discover how the Daniel Negreanu Fantasy League team dominated the WSOP 2026. Read about Team DNegs' massive $250,000 win and top player stats.
Khanh Duy Ta Lifts Red Dragon Plus Championship as Dragon Egg Mystery Bounty and Prestige Super High Roller Take Center Stage
Khanh Duy Ta wins the Red Dragon Plus Championship, while the Mystery Bounty and Prestige SHR resumed at RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026.
Vietnam’s Khanh Duy Ta Wins Red Dragon Plus Championship at RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026
Khanh Duy Ta topped a 597-entry field to claim the Red Dragon Plus Championship 2026 title, earning KRW 349.7 million and gold dragon bracelet.
K Poker Cup & King Poker Cup 2026: Road to KPC LIVE Super League Added to Packed Jeju Schedule
K Poker Cup and King Poker Cup 2026 add the Road to KPC LIVE Super League to a stacked Jeju schedule.
TMT20: Chau Yan Mok Crowned First-Ever Female Champion in Taipei City Cup
Chau Yan Mok becomes TMT20's first female champion in the Taipei City Cup, as Nicholas Jiayong Feng wins the Mystery & Survival Dual Bounty.
The Heart Behind the Chips: Greg Mueller’s Poker Journey
Discover the inspiring personal journey of the Greg Mueller 2026 WSOP run. Read how this Canadian poker player overcame doubt to reach the final table.
Guarantee in Sight: Yawei Deng Commands 179 Day 2 Survivors; Mini Main and 6K High Roller Start Today
Yawei Deng commands the RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026 Championship Day 2 field while Guoan Yuan and Arita Naohiro wins side event trophies.
Michael Rocco’s Journey: From Poker to Regenerative Farming
Professional poker player Michael Rocco won his WSOP bracelet and left high-stakes poker behind. Discover his peaceful regenerative farming journey.
Poker Pro Targeted in Terrifying WSOP Player Robbery
A shocking WSOP player robbery leaves Jared Griener tied up in his Las Vegas Airbnb. Read about the terrifying ordeal and his daring escape.
Trainwreckstv Net Worth 2026: How Rich Is Tyler Niknam?
Trainwreckstv net worth is an estimated $100M+ in 2026. See how Tyler Niknam built it - from Twitch and Among Us to Stake gambling and advising Kick.
BCPoker World Cup Festival: Massive Overlays & Freerolls
BCPoker World Cup Festival is live with massive overlays and freerolls. Play the $30K Final, $3K Grand Freeroll and daily $1,000 PKOs.
Haohui Ma Wins $8K Super U Challenge as Jieming Xu Hunts Back-to-Back Titles in Championship Event
Haohui Ma wins the Super U Challenge at RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026. Zicong Jiang leads Day 1B and defending champ Jieming Xu bags big.
You Jia Lin Wins TMT20 Kick-Off For TWD 1,450,000 ($45,185) as Rankings Go Live
You Jia Lin wins TMT20 Kick-Off for TWD 1,450,000 ($45,185) as Taiwan Millions Tournament rankings go live.
2026 WSOP Day 49 Recap: Fahredin Mustafov Leads Final Four in $10K 6-Max
Three bracelets were awarded on Day 49 of WSOP 2026 as Fahredin Mustafov leads the final four in the $10K 6-Max Championship.
5 shocking and strange WSOP rules you won’t believe exist
Discover 5 of the strangest WSOP rules, from hygiene violations and phone restrictions to dress codes, player etiquette, and unexpected tournament rules.
How the New WSOP Main Event Shot Clock Changes the Game
The new WSOP Main Event shot clock is causing a major stir at the 2026 World Series of Poker. Discover how these rule changes impact tanking in poker.
Poker in Pop Culture – Poker in pop music
Discover the best pop songs about poker and explore how artists use cards, bluffing, and casino imagery as powerful metaphors for love, risk, and life.
The 15-Minute Wait: When a Poker Delay Goes to Extremes
Looking for the wildest WSOP Main Event tanking story? Discover why Loren Klein waited 15 minutes for a poker pay jump and what happened next.
Chih Han Lin Wins Two Titles As TMT20 Keeps Rolling
Chih Han Lin wins two titles in one day at TMT20 as Yu Ming Chiu captures the GiantStack and the Kick-Off surpasses its NTD 10M guarantee.
Remembering Roy Thung: A True Poker and Business Icon
The poker world mourns as Roy Thung poker player and businessman passes away at 82. Read about the mixed games legend and his final 2026 WSOP tournament run.
Dicky Tsang Wins The Dragon Awakening; Liu Claims Dragon’s Gate High Roller Title on Day 3 of RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026
Dicky Tsang wins The Dragon Awakening and Wenchao Liu takes down the Dragon's Gate High Roller on Day 3 of RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026.
No more poker face? AI spots players bluffing!
Artificial intelligence is changing poker. Find out how it can detect poker bluffs, analyze player behavior, and why it marks a new technological era.
2026 WSOP Day 45 Recap: Rezaei Leads the $50K as Main Event Bubble Bursts
The WSOP 2026 Main Event bubble bursts as Daniel Rezaei tops the $50K High Roller. Full Day 45 recap of every bracelet event in Las Vegas.
USOP Vietnam II 2026 Early Bird Packages Announced for Ha Long Bay Return
USOP Vietnam II 2026 has launched Main Event and High Roller Early Bird Packages ahead of its August 27 to September 9 return to Ha Long Bay.
Space-X Claims RDPT Plus Jeju Team Title; Tsang Leads Dragon Awakening and Heung Captures Back-to-Back Trophies
Space-X wins the Team Event, Tsang leads Dragon Awakening, and Heung claims a second straight trophy at RDPT Plus Jeju Summer 2026.
Blood, Chips, and Glory: How WSOP Father Son Duos Are Making Poker History
WSOP father son duos make history: Discover how famous fathers Phil Hellmuth, Michael Mizrachi, and Joe Hachem are competing alongside their sons.
Transgender Poker Players: Does Gender Matter?
Do transgender poker players have any competitive advantage? Explore the debate, the WSOP Ladies Championship, and why poker is different from physical sports.
Mr. Hand Pay Net Worth and Life: How Jason Boehlke Built His Millions
Mr. Hand Pay's net worth is estimated at $12m-$15m. See how Jason Boehlke really makes money, why he plays with real cash, and his biggest wins.
TMT20 Opens Big as GiantStack Draws 934 Entries
TMT20 is underway in Taipei as the Warm-Up attracts 934 entries, the Kick-Off opens with 403 entries, and 17 championship rings are unveiled.
CoinMillion Satellites – Free Seats to $1M at CoinPoker
Play CoinMillion satellites at CoinPoker and win a free seat into the $1,000,000 Battle of Malta Online event. 1,024+ seats, daily until July 12.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Mecca of Poker: The Bellagio
Discover the Bellagio's hidden treasures and why it's the ultimate poker destination in Las Vegas.
TMT 20 Shatters Early Guarantees as Star Ambassador Shiina Okamoto Invites Players to the Felt
TMT 20 kicks off at CTP Asia Poker Arena in Taipei, shattering early guarantees. Shiina Okamoto invites players to join the 27-day poker marathon.
Breaking Down the Biggest Updates from the TDA Summit 2026
Learn about updates and TDA rule changes from the recent TDA Summit 2026. Learn how the latest poker tournament rules will impact your next live game!
Martin Kabrhel Net Worth, Poker Earnings, Private Life, and Controversies
Discover Martin Kabrhel net worth, his staggering $19.3M poker tournament earnings, 5 WSOP bracelets, business ventures like Ematiq, and private life.
WSOP 2026 Day 42 Recap: Mizrachi Spins Up Stack on Main Event Day 2abc as Fernandez Takes the Lead
Gaspar Fernandez leads Main Event Day 2abc on Day 42 of WSOP 2026 as Mizrachi spins up to 202,500 chasing back-to-back titles.
Mike Matusow Receives One-Round Penalty at the 2026 WSOP Main Event
Find the details here, why a Mike Matusow WSOP penalty stunned players at the 2026 WSOP Main Event. Learn how exposing hole cards led to a one-round penalty.
ACR Poker Venom 2026: $15M Biggest Venoms Ever
The ACR Poker Venom is back - biggest ever. $15M GTD across two Mystery Bounty events, $500K top bounty, Aug 13-Sep 2. Qualify from $0.
WSOP 2026 Day 41 Recap: Main Event Day 1d Draws 4,694 as Von Kriegenbergh Leads and Liu Wins Bracelet
Taylor von Kriegenbergh leads Main Event Day 1d after 4,694 entries on Day 41 of WSOP 2026 as Zixuan Liu wins the $1,000 NLHE bracelet.
A New Chapter: Why Doug Polk is Stepping Down From The Lodge
Big changes in Texas poker! Discover the story behind the Doug Polk The Lodge partnership and why he is officially stepping down from active management.
Poker in Pop Culture – All About Casino Chips
Discover everything about casino chips, from their history and values to RFID security and poker chip colors. The ultimate guide for every poker fan.
Man Hits Massive $3.3M Las Vegas Airport Jackpot on a $10 Spin
One lucky gambler turned a $10 spin into a $3.3 million Las Vegas airport jackpot! Read how he won big on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine before his flight.
