Asia's Premier Poker Festival JOPT 2025 Grand Final: 12 Days of Pure Poker Excitement in Tokyo

TOKYO,April 26, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- FromApril 25 to May 6, 2025, the heart ofTokyo'sTakadanobaba district will transform into a global poker stage as it hosts theJapan Open Poker Tour 2025 Grand Final.

Born inJapanand recognized worldwide, JOPT has grown into a major international celebration of poker, drawing attention from both players and fans around the world.

What is Poker? 

For many, poker still evokes images of smoky casinos and games of chance.

But in reality, poker has evolved into a true mind sport—a test of probability, strategy, and psychological skill.

Globally, it's estimated that more than 100 million peopleplay poker, making it one of the most played competitive games in the world—on par with sports like baseball and tennis.

Moreover, a growing number of professional players have earnedtens of millions of dollars in lifetime tournament winnings, affirming poker's place as a fully established global competition.

A Guinness-Level Spectacle the World Will Be Watching

The JOPT 2025 Grand Final promises to be more than just another tournament series.

It will deliver a record-breaking 125 official events—a number that exceeds even the legendaryWorld Series of Poker (WSOP).

This Guinness-level scaleputs JOPT in a league of its own as the largest poker series ever held inAsia.

The totalprize pool is expected to reach approximately$5.5 million(around ¥800 million), solidifying its position as the continent's top-tier poker event.

25 Premium Brands Powering the JOPT Experience

The sheer scale and energy of the JOPT Grand Final is backed by25 sponsor companies, each contributing to the event's unique vibe and international appeal.

Notable partners include:

  • BURGER KING

    The iconic global fast-food chain



  • BULK HOMME

    A men's skincare brand with a growing international fanbase

These brands support JOPT not only for visibility but because they recognize its cultural value.

At its core, JOPT is more than just a series of competitions—it's aplatform where strategy, psychology, and modern culture intersect.

It represents the rise of a new poker movement, driven by passion, intellect, and a community spirit.

Tokyo Calling

Join us forAsia'slargest live poker festival and witness poker history in the making.

JOPT 2025 Grand Final English page

English entry guide

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SOURCE Japan Open Poker Tour Co., Ltd.