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Updated: 2025.12.22

Naohiro Matsuda is a prominent professional poker player from Japan who is currently experiencing a career-high season on the international circuit. As of late 2025, he is ranked among the top 15 active players in Japan and has solidified his reputation as a high-stakes regular in the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT).

Career Earnings & Ranking

As of December 2025, Naohiro Matsuda has established himself as one of the most consistent performers in East Asian tournament poker:

Total Live Earnings: $316,587 (The Hendon Mob).
Japan All-Time Money List: 82nd.
Global Poker Index (GPI) Ranking: 1,256th (Japan National Rank: #13).
Best Live Cash: $60,400.
2025 Player of the Year (POY) Status: Currently ranked 15th in Japan for seasonal performance.

2025 Season: Regional Dominance

The 2025 season has been a breakout year for Matsuda, characterized by deep runs and final table appearances in Taiwan, South Korea, and the Philippines.

APT Championship Taipei (Nov 2025): Recorded two major high-roller scores in a single week:
- 6th place in the NT$ 165,000 Single Day High Roller for $27,954.
- 8th place in the NT$ 35,000 Hyper Turbo High Roller for $2,851.
Triton One Jeju (Sept 2025): Finished 5th in a Single Night Turbo event for $27,800 (including $5,000 in bounties).
APPT Manila (Oct 2025): Secured a 10th-place finish in the ₱ 25,000 Shot Clock event.
APT Incheon/Jeju (May–June 2025): Accumulated nearly 400 POY points across multiple deep runs in South Korea and Taiwan.

Player Focus & Style

Matsuda is characterized as a High-Roller and Turbo specialist who excels in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Technical Precision: His success in “Shot Clock” and “Turbo” formats indicates a high level of technical proficiency and the ability to make optimal decisions under extreme time constraints.
Elite Field Navigation: His 5th-place finish at Triton Jeju—a series known for hosting the world’s most elite professionals—demonstrates his ability to compete at the highest tier of the game.
High-Volume Grinder: In 2025 alone, he has recorded over 30 unique tournament cashes, reflecting the mental and physical stamina required to travel and compete at a professional level year-round.