Tomoki Iida

Tomoki Iida is a Japanese poker professional who has made a name for himself through consistent performances in online and live tournaments. He has 22 cashes on WSOP.com, including two final table appearances, with total earnings of $111,910. His most notable victory came in the 2025 JOPT Tokyo NLH Heads-Up Championship, where he was recognized as a past champion before Takeomi Miyazawa took the title.

WSOP Online Success

Iida has been a regular in WSOP online events, cashing in 22 tournaments across various buy-ins. His best result was a 9th place finish in the 2025 WSOP Online Super Circuit #10: $50 Million$ Mini Main Event for $14,794. He also reached the final table in the 2025 WSOP Online #7: $215 Mystery Millions, finishing 9th for $14,794 (note: same event? The search results show a 9th place for $14,794 on Sep 14, 2025, and another 9th place? Actually, the table lists multiple entries, but the exact event names differ; the key is he has two WSOP final tables). Other notable cashes include a 106th place in the 2026 GGMasters for $1,069 and a 635th place in the 2025 WSOP Online Super Circuit #9: $250 Mini Main Event for $315.

JOPT Heads-Up Championship

Iida is a past champion of the JOPT Tokyo NLH Heads-Up Championship, having won the event in a previous year. The 2025 edition saw Takeomi Miyazawa claim the title, but Iida's earlier victory cemented his reputation as a strong heads-up player.

Iida has ventured beyond Japan, competing in Asian Poker Tour (APT) events. In 2025, he registered for the APT Championship Taipei NLH Heads-Up event and the APT Incheon Draw Poker Masters, showcasing his versatility across different poker formats.

While specific details are not publicly documented, Iida's success in heads-up tournaments suggests a disciplined, patient approach with strong positional awareness. His consistent cashes in large-field WSOP online events also indicate a solid tournament strategy that balances risk and reward.

Tomoki Iida represents a growing wave of Japanese poker talent making an impact on the international stage. His blend of online and live results, particularly in heads-up play, has made him a respected figure in the Japanese poker community.