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.

Updated: 2026.03.10

Kento Nasu is an elite Japanese professional poker player who has rapidly climbed the ranks of the international high-roller circuit. Known for his aggressive strategy and ability to navigate through field sizes ranging from massive side events to nosebleed-stakes championships, Nasu has established himself as a dominant presence in Asian festivals.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With total live earnings surpassing $136,000, Kento Nasu is experiencing a breakout period in the 2025 and 2026 seasons. His career reached a significant milestone in September 2025 at the Triton One Jeju series, where he secured a 5th-place finish in the $10,000 Mystery Bounty for $134,000 (including $80,000 in bounty tokens).

Other notable results include:

$36,373 (₩52,770,000) for an 8th-place finish in the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Jeju Classic Super High Roller.
$14,605 (₩21,230,000) for a 10th-place finish in the APT Jeju Classic High Roller Ultra Stack.
$13,332 (₩18,510,000) for 20th place in the APT Incheon Main Event.
$6,502 (₩9,570,000) for a 25th-place finish in the APT Jeju Classic Zodiac Classic.

His consistent deep runs in high-stakes environments have propelled him to 188th on the Japan All Time Money List and inside the top 45 players in the Japanese Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings. For a full breakdown of his cashes, you can view the Kento Nasu Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Japan, Kento Nasu began his rise to the global stage by competing in major Asian hubs like Taiwan, South Korea, and the Philippines. In early 2026, he solidified his reputation as a “Jeju specialist” by securing back-to-back final tables in the APT Jeju Classic’s most prestigious events, including the Super High Roller and High Roller Ultra Stack. Nasu is part of a highly successful wave of Japanese players who have transitioned from domestic circuits to competing against the world’s best on the Triton and APT platforms.

Play Style & Strategy

Nasu is recognized for a fearless and high-variance play style, characterized by aggressive stack management and a willingness to engage in massive flips to build a chip lead. During the Triton One Mystery Bounty, he famously utilized pocket jacks to pressure opponents but eventually bowed out in 5th place after a dramatic river card favored his opponent. His strategy is particularly effective in bounty formats, where his aggressive three-betting range allows him to maximize bounty collection opportunities. This “all-or-nothing” approach makes him a formidable threat in short-handed and high-roller final table scenarios.

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