Preparations Gather Pace for the Ace Poker League Osaka 2025 - Will the Sizzling Osaka Poker Scene Ignite Your Competitive Spirt?
The Ace Poker League (APL) is set to make its debut in Japan with the APL Osaka 2025 tournament, scheduled for May 2-6, 2025, at the Dojima River Forum in Osaka [3]. This five-day event will feature an exciting lineup of 30 games, including the main tournament and several side events [1].
The main attraction of the APL Osaka 2025 is the Main Event, which boasts a buy-in of JP¥ 60,000 (approximately US$ 420) and a guaranteed prize pool of JP¥ 30,000,000 (around US$ 210,000) [1]. This high-stakes tournament promises to attract the region's top talent as well as international pros.
In addition to the Main Event, the APL Osaka 2025 will offer a variety of side events. The PLO Championship, the Super Hold'em, and the 2-7 Triple Draw & Badugi events all have buy-ins of JP¥ 20,000 (approximately US$ 140) [1].
For those who prefer lower-stakes games, the Super Hold'em event has a buy-in of JP¥ 10,000 (approximately US$ 70) [1].
The APL Osaka 2025 is not the only significant poker tournament in the region. The U Series of Poker (USOP) Osaka 2025 series will follow later in the year, from October 2-8, 2025, also at the Dojima River Forum Osaka [1][2]. This series features over 50 live poker events across 7 days, a massive guaranteed prize pool of JP¥ 220 million (approximately $1.5 million), and a USOP Main Event with a JP¥ 77 million (around $520,000) guaranteed prize pool [1][2].
For those planning to attend the APL Osaka 2025, nearby accommodations include Hotel Granvia Osaka, Swissotel Nankai Osaka, and InterContinental Osaka [1].
The Dojima River Forum venue is centrally located, offering convenience to explore Osaka's vibrant culture, famous culinary scene (like takoyaki and okonomiyaki), and hotspots such as Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, and the Umeda Sky Building, all easily accessible for visitors attending the poker tournaments [1].
| Event | Dates | Venue | Highlights | |--------------------------------|------------------|-------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Ace Poker League Osaka 2025 | May 2 - May 6 | Dojima River Forum Osaka| Main APL poker tournament | | U Series of Poker Osaka 2025 | Oct 2 - Oct 8 | Dojima River Forum Osaka| 50+ events, ¥220M prize pool, Main Event ¥77M |
The nearest major airports to the Dojima River Forum are Osaka Itami (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) [1].
For those planning to attend the APL Osaka 2025, players from around the world are welcome to participate [1].
- Poker enthusiasts will find more than just the APL Osaka 2025 tournament at the Dojima River Forum in May 2025, as it will also be the venue for the U Series of Poker (USOP) Osaka 2025 series, featuring over 50 live poker events and a massive guaranteed prize pool.
- Apart from the APL Osaka 2025's Main Event, spectators can enjoy side events such as the PLO Championship, Super Hold'em, and the 2-7 Triple Draw & Badugi, with buy-ins starting from JP¥ 10,000.
- Aside from casino-gambling and poker events, Osaka offers a rich cultural experience with famous culinary hotspots like Dotonbori and landmarks such as Osaka Castle and the Umeda Sky Building, making it an ideal destination for sports-betting aficionados and casino-games lovers alike.
