Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2025.12.19

Takayasu Takumi is a Japanese professional poker player who has established himself as a versatile competitor in both live and online circuits across Asia, Europe, and North America. He is particularly recognized for his technical proficiency in No Limit Hold’em and his consistent results in championship events.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Takayasu Takumi has total live earnings of $44,551. His career-best live cash of KRW 21,955,950 (~$16,148) was achieved in August 2024 at the P1 CIRCUIT in Incheon, South Korea, where he secured a 1st-place victory in the Mini Main Event.

Takumi has maintained a high volume of scores throughout late 2024 and 2025 across major international hubs. His notable recent performances include:

109th Place: Manila Megastack 23 Main Event (December 2025) for PHP 77,000 (~$1,308).
2nd Place: JOPT 2025 Grand Final Tag Team Turbo (May 2025).
20th Place: WPT Prime Liechtenstein NLHE (September 2024) for SFr 10,100 (~$11,906).
212th Place: 55th World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ultra Stack (July 2024) for $2,480.
13th Place: Venetian DeepStack Championship UltimateStack (July 2024) for $3,317.

These results have earned him a ranking of 514th on the Japan All Time Money List.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Japan and currently residing in Tokyo, Takumi represents the active wave of Japanese players who frequently travel to global poker centers such as Manila, Las Vegas, and Incheon. He has built a strong professional foundation in domestic series like the Japan Open Poker Tour (JOPT), where he has recorded multiple runner-up finishes. His transition to the international stage is marked by deep runs in prestigious global series including the World Poker Tour (WPT) and the World Series of Poker (WSOP). As of December 2025, his Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking is #36,482.

Play Style & Strategy

Takumi is recognized for a disciplined and technical play style, particularly effective in the large fields and multi-day structures of Main Events and Championship series. His victory in the P1 CIRCUIT Mini Main Event demonstrates a strong grasp of tournament fundamentals and the tactical patience required for deep championship runs. Known for his technical awareness and composure, his strategy often involves balancing math-based decisions with the exploitative adjustments necessary to navigate diverse international fields, ranging from high-pressure US bracelet events to technical Asian series.

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