Shinichi Ueda is a professional poker player from Japan who competes on the international live tournament circuit.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Shinichi Ueda’s total live earnings are approximately $5,792. He recently secured a notable cash at the Asian Poker Tour Championship (APTC) Taipei 2025 , finishing 5th in the NT$35,000 No Limit Hold’em – Turbo High Roller (Event #7) for a prize of NT$112,000 (~$3,603). This appears to be his biggest recorded score. Prior to this, he had success at the All Japan Poker Championship (AJPC) Samurai Circuit in Incheon in August 2024, placing 2nd in “The Closer” event for KRW 2,910,000 (~$2,189). These consistent results contribute to his poker net worth status.
Biography & Poker Background
Shinichi Ueda is associated with the Japanese poker community, frequently participating in the Japan Open Poker Tour (JOPT) Grand Final events in Tokyo. His consistent participation in both the Japanese domestic circuit and major international Asian festivals like the APT demonstrates his commitment to the live tournament scene.
Play Style & Strategy
Ueda primarily focuses on No Limit Hold’em tournaments. His ability to make deep runs in turbo and high-roller events, such as his 5th place finish at the APTC, suggests a calculated strategy involving effective short-stack and deep-stack play, and adaptability to high-variance tournament structures.












