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Teruhiko Kabasawa is a prominent Japanese professional poker player who has become a mainstay of the Asian live circuit, particularly known for his deep runs in high-stakes regional championships.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $430,000 in total live earnings, Teruhiko Kabasawa is a highly respected figure on the Japan All Time Money List. His career reached a new peak in 2024 when he secured a massive 2nd place finish in the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Taipei Main Event, earning a career-best $211,000. Kabasawa also holds a prestigious World Poker Tour title, having won the WPT Prime Cambodia 8-Max event for $28,510. These high-profile scores, combined with dozens of cashes across Vietnam and Taiwan, have significantly bolstered his poker net worth and reputation as a top-tier Asian pro.
For a detailed breakdown of all his tournament cashes, you can view the Teruhiko Kabasawa Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Japan, Kabasawa was part of the early wave of Japanese players who looked beyond domestic “amateur” tournaments to test their skills in the real-money markets of Southeast Asia. He began recording significant cashes in 2012 and has since evolved alongside the game, transitioning from small-stakes local games to becoming a regular in the most competitive fields in the region. His longevity in the game is a testament to his ability to adapt to the rapidly increasing skill levels in the Asian poker boom.
Play Style & Strategy
Kabasawa is known for a disciplined, fundamental-based strategy that emphasizes low-variance play in the early stages of tournaments followed by calculated aggression during the bubble and final table phases. His experience in navigating the specific “hero-call” tendencies of Asian fields allows him to utilize an exploitative approach, often inducing bluffs from wider-ranging opponents. This technical proficiency, combined with a calm table demeanor, makes him one of the most consistent performers in No Limit Hold’em events today.
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.
