JOPT Sapporo 2026
📅 Feb 20 – Feb 23, 2026|📍 Sapporo Factory Hall, Hokkaido
Experience the ultimate winter poker festival in Hokkaido!
The Japan Open Poker Tour (JOPT) returns to Sapporo for four days of intense action at the iconic Sapporo Factory Hall. This isn’t just a tournament; it’s a celebration of poker against the stunning backdrop of Japan’s winter north.
31 Events. Massive Action. One Unforgettable Trip.
From the prestigious Main Event to the high-stakes NLH Crown (¥200,000 buy-in), the schedule is packed with variety. Whether you specialize in Mixed Games, love the speed of Turbos, or are looking for value in the ¥6,000 satellites and side events, there is a seat waiting for you.
Join players from across the country and beyond for a weekend of premium poker, Hokkaido cuisine, and world-class competition. Don’t miss the chance to make your mark at JOPT Sapporo 2026.
31Total Events
4Days of Action
¥6,000Lowest Buy-in
¥200,000Highest Buy-in
Key Events
- Main EventStarts Feb 20
- High Roller Crown EventFeb 22
- Mixed Games SeriesDaily
- SatellitesDaily
Full Schedule
Fri, Feb 20
19:00REG 01:10
#01 NLH Main Event Day 1A
Stack50,000
Main Event
¥70,000
19:00REG 22:30
#02 NLH Warm-up
Stack30,000
¥10,000
20:00REG 22:30
#03 PLO Kick-off
Stack30,000
¥12,000
21:00REG 00:30
#04 NLH Superstack
Stack40,000
¥15,000
22:00REG 00:10
#05 FL 2-7 Triple Draw & Badugi
Stack30,000
¥12,000
00:00REG 01:10
#06 NLH Bigstack Hyper
Stack50,000
¥10,000
01:00REG 02:00
s01 25,000 Voucher ×2 Satellite (1 in 10)
Stack10,000
¥6,000
Sat, Feb 21
11:00REG 17:10
#01 NLH Main Event Day 1B
Stack50,000
Main Event
¥70,000
12:00REG 15:55
#07 NLH Builder
Stack30,000
¥15,000
15:00REG 16:00
s02 25,000 Voucher ×2 Satellite (1 in 10)
Stack10,000
¥6,000
16:00REG 19:10
#08 NLH Deepstack
Stack30,000
¥12,000
17:00REG 21:30
#01 NLH Main Event Day 1C Turbo
Stack50,000
Main EventTurbo
¥70,000
18:00REG 19:00
s03 Satellite to NLH Good Game 1000 (1 in 12)
Stack10,000
¥10,000
19:00REG 23:30
#09 NLH Good Game 1000
Stack50,000
¥100,000
19:00REG 22:55
#10 NLH Mystery Bounty
Stack30,000
¥25,000
20:00REG 23:30
#11 FL Triple Draw Mix
Stack40,000
¥20,000
22:00REG 01:10
#12 NLH Nightstack
Stack30,000
¥15,000
23:00REG 01:30
#13 FL 2-7 Triple Draw
Stack30,000
¥10,000
00:00REG 01:10
#14 NLH Bigstack Hyper
Stack50,000
¥10,000
01:00REG 02:00
s04 25,000 Voucher ×2 Satellite (1 in 10)
Stack10,000
¥6,000
Sun, Feb 22
11:00REG 18:10
#15 NLH PPC Day 1A
Stack50,000
¥25,000
11:00
#01 NLH Main Event Day 2
Day 2
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14:00REG 18:30
#16 NLH Monsterstack
Stack50,000
¥20,000
16:00REG 17:00
s05 Satellite to NLH Crown (1 in 12)
Stack10,000
¥20,000
17:00REG 20:30
#17 NLH Crown (High Roller)
Stack200,000
¥200,000
18:00REG 23:20
#15 NLH PPC Day 1B Turbo
Stack50,000
Turbo
¥25,000
19:00REG 22:45
#18 NLH Tag Team
Stack40,000
¥25,000
20:00REG 23:30
#19 NLH Good Game 500
Stack50,000
¥50,000
21:00REG 00:10
#20 NLH Nightstack
Stack30,000
¥15,000
22:00REG 00:20
#21 NLH Tag Team Turbo
Stack30,000
Turbo
¥15,000
00:00REG 01:10
#22 NLH Bigstack Hyper
Stack50,000
¥10,000
01:00REG 02:45
#23 NL Super Hold’em
Stack20,000
¥8,000
01:00REG 02:00
s06 25,000 Voucher ×2 Satellite (1 in 10)
Stack10,000
¥6,000
Mon, Feb 23
10:00REG 12:40
#24 NLH Morning
Stack20,000
¥10,000
11:00REG 15:30
#25 PLO Monster
Stack50,000
¥20,000
11:00
#15 NLH PPC Day 2
Day 2
—
12:00REG 15:30
#26 NLH Sapporo
Stack50,000
¥50,000
12:00REG 15:55
#27 NLH Megastack
Stack30,000
¥15,000
12:00REG 11:45
#28 NLH Heads-Up
Stack20,000
¥20,000
14:00REG 16:10
#29 FL 2-7 Triple Draw & Badugi
Stack30,000
¥12,000
16:00REG 17:30
#30 NLH Last Party
Stack20,000
¥6,000
19:00REG 20:15
#31 NLH Employees
Stack10,000
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FAQ
What is the Main Event buy-in?
¥70,000 (Direct) or 1 Ticket + ¥7,000. There are multiple Day 1 flights available.
How many events are in the series?
The series features 31 official numbered events over 4 days, plus daily satellites.
Are re-entries allowed?
Yes, most tournaments allow unlimited re-entries until late registration closes, as per JOPT rules.
What game types are offered?
The schedule includes No-Limit Hold’em (NLH), Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), Mixed Games (Triple Draw, Badugi), and unique formats like Tag Team and Mystery Bounty.
Where is the venue?
Sapporo Factory Hall in Hokkaido, Japan.
What is the lowest buy-in?
The “NLH Last Party” and Satellites start at ¥6,000, making it accessible for all bankrolls.
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