"Tokyo Calling"
JOPT stands as one of the largest poker festivals in Asia—ready to welcome you.
This page provides a clear and comprehensive guide on how to participate in JOPT.
How to join JOPT
- Check the Players Guide and choose the tournament you want to join
- Go to the event venue
For airport access, please click here. - Go to the counter for the tournament you want to join.

- Show your GameID app
To join JOPT, you will need the GameID app (free).
Please install and register by the day before the event, using the instructions provided below.

- Pay the entry fee
Payment Methods:
You can use cash (JPY), credit cards, USDT (Tether), POKERWEB COIN (Coins in the GameID app), Transportation IC cards (e.g., Suica, ICOCA), Rakuten Edy, iD, QuickPay, WeChat Pay, Alipay, and more.

- Receive the receipt
After payment, you will receive a receipt.- If the receipt includes a seat number:
Proceed directly to the poker table and take your seat.
- If the receipt includes a seat number:
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Receipt includes a seat number
- If the receipt does not include a seat number:
Go to the chip counter indicated on your receipt, receive your seat card and chips, then proceed to your assigned poker table to take your seat.
- If the receipt does not include a seat number:
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Receipt does not include a seat number

Seat card
- Let’s Play Poker!
Enjoy the game and good luck!
About Prize
Prizes will be awarded to those who achieve a certain rank in the tournament.
However, in Japan, activities related to gambling are restricted by law.
Therefore, it is not legally possible to offer cash prizes for the winner of a poker tournament.
Instead, prizes are offered in the form of USDT (Tether) or player contract .
Crushers
Steve O’Dwyer
2024 $200,000 No-Limit Hold’em 8-Handed – Triton Montenegro 3rd
2018 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $50,000 High Roller 1st
2017 HK$800,000 No Limit Hold’em – Super High Roller – ACOP 2nd
2015 $100,000 #1 No Limit Hold’em Super High Roller 8 Handed – PCA 1st
2014 HK$ 500,000 Super High Roller – APPT 1st
2013 € 10,600 No Limit Hold’em Main Event – EPT 1st

ElkY
2024 NT$800,000 No-Limit Hold’em APT Taipei 1st
2019 €50,000 No-Limit Hold’em EPT Prague 2nd
2017 $111,111 No-Limit Hold’em for One Drop World Series of Poker 2nd
2011 $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship – WSOP 1st
2008 €5,000 No Limit Hold’em – EPT San Remo 1st
2008 $8,000 WPT PokerStars Caribbean Adventure – WPT 3rd

Shiina Okamoto
JOPT Official Partner
2025 TMT 17 High Roller Turbo 1st
2024 $10,000 Ladies Championship – WSOP 1st
2024 RDPT Jeju Dragon Quest 1st
2024 WPT Korea #25 Win the Button – Hyper Turbo NLH 1st
2024 TMT Championship Single Day High Roller 1st
2023 $1,000 Women’s Event – WSOP 2nd

Venue
One of the largest in Shinjuku Ward
Belle Salle Takadanobaba
Bellesalle Takadanobaba is one of the largest event halls in Shinjuku Ward, approximately 2,400 square meters in size, with a ceiling height of 6 meters and a column-free space. Multi-access, 4 minutes walk from JR Takadanobaba Station, and within 6 minutes walk from Seibu Shinjuku Line and Fukutoshin Line stations.
You can enter the tournament area by passing through the foyer where the reception is located and taking the escalator down to the first basement floor.


Belle Salle Takadanobaba
1F, Sumitomo Realty & Development Shinjuku Garden Tower, 3-8-2 Okubo, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0072, Japan
Google map
English counter

There is an English counter on the right side as you enter the venue.

Route

*¹ If you are using the Airport limousine bus, It is recommended to make a reservation in advance. (Same-day reservations are also available.) Please click here to make a reservation.
*² If you are using the taxi, please click here to make a reservation on the GO Corporation website.
Map

Hotels
No | Name | Tel |
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1 | VESSEL INN TAKADA-NOBABA | 03-3202-0088 |
2 | SOTETSU GRAND FRESA | 03-5291-8203 |
3 | SHINJUKU GLOBAL HOTEL | 03-6228-0218 |
Restaurants
No | Name | Tel |
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4 | Burger King | 03-6690-9256 |
5 | Nikujiru Gyoza no Dandadan | 03-6302-1372 |
6 | Handmade Popular Izakaya 280,000 Goku | 03-6380-2861 |
7 | Kobe Yakiniku Kintora | 050-5303-2616 |
8 | Curry House Yokohama Bombay | 03-6205-6657 |
9 | A5 Black Wagyu Beef Specialty Store Hanbaagu Masuo | 03-6278-9061 |
10 | Cucina Caffe OLIVA | 03-5291-7880 |
Sightseeing spots
Top 10 Recommended Spots in Tokyo

Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo's largest and most beautiful parks, featuring three distinct garden styles: Japanese traditional, French formal, and English landscape.
The garden is particularly famous for its cherry blossoms in spring and colorful autumn foliage, offering a peaceful retreat for both locals and tourists year-round.

Meiji Shrine
Meiji Shrine is a sacred Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, surrounded by a lush forest of approximately 100,000 trees donated from all over Japan.
The shrine complex includes beautiful gardens and ceremonial halls, and is a popular spot for traditional Japanese weddings and New Year celebrations.

Sensoji Temple
Sensoji is Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, founded in 628 CE, featuring the iconic Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) with its massive red lantern and the vibrant Nakamise shopping street.
The temple grounds include a five-story pagoda, and the main hall houses a statue of Kannon (the goddess of mercy), providing visitors with an opportunity to experience traditional Japanese religious practices.

teamLab Planets
teamLab Planets is an immersive digital art museum where visitors experience interactive art installations, creating a unique experience that blurs the boundary between art and viewer.
The museum features large-scale digital installations, where visitors walk through water and interact with floating flowers to become part of the artwork itself.

Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in Japan at 634 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo from its observation decks at 350m and 450m above ground.
The tower also houses a shopping and dining complex at its base, making it a complete destination for visitors with entertainment options like the Sumida Aquarium.

Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, is a communications and observation tower offering spectacular views from its observation decks at 150 meters and 250 meters.
The tower also has various attractions, including the One Piece Tower theme park and Tokyo Tower Aquarium, making it a beloved landmark since 1958.

Ueno Park
Ueno Park is Tokyo's first public park and home to cultural institutions like the Tokyo National Museum and Ueno Zoo, as well as being a popular cherry blossom viewing spot.
Shinobazu Pond within the park features a lotus garden and boat rentals, providing a natural oasis in the bustling city.

Ginza
Ginza is Tokyo's most prestigious shopping, dining, and entertainment district, home to luxury brands and the famous Ginza Six complex with over 240 shops and restaurants.
It features elegant architecture, high-end galleries, and exclusive restaurants, making it a symbol of Japanese sophistication and prosperity.

Akihabara
Akihabara, also known as "Akiba," is Tokyo's center for electronics, anime culture, and manga, featuring multi-story electronics stores and specialty anime shops.
The area offers a fascinating mix of technology and pop culture, showcasing Japan's global influence on entertainment and technology.

Tokyo National Museum
The Tokyo National Museum houses over 110,000 items, including national treasures and cultural artifacts from Japan and other Asian countries.
Visitors can explore ancient pottery, samurai armor, and exquisite paintings, making it a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.
For more spots, click below.
Sightseeing spots near the venue
Shinjuku Station
Shinjuku Station is the world’s busiest railway station, with over 3.5 million passengers passing through it daily.
Located in the heart of Tokyo, it serves as a major transportation hub, connecting multiple train lines, including JR East, Tokyo Metro, and private railways.
Among them, Kabukicho is known as the “city that never sleeps” because many businesses remain open late into the night, and the area is constantly bustling with people.
It’s just two train stations away from the venue, or a 10-minute taxi ride.

Suwa Shrine
Suwa Shrine (諏訪神社) is a notable shrine located in the Takadanobaba area, just a 5-minute walk from the venue. The shrine offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere and is dedicated to the Suwa deity, who is believed to protect the area and bring good fortune. Visitors can enjoy a tranquil moment while connecting with the local culture and history.