Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2025.12.18

Go Inamura is a Japanese professional poker player who has quickly made his presence felt on the Asian-Pacific poker circuit with title-winning performances in prestigious regional festivals. He is widely recognized for his recent success in Manila, where he secured his first major trophy in a competitive freezeout format.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Go Inamura has total live earnings of $4,603. While he is in the early stages of his professional journey, his 2025 campaign has been defined by high-impact finishes in both Taiwan and the Philippines.

His career-best result and first major victory came in November 2025 at the Manila Megastack 23 held at PokerStars LIVE Manila . Inamura conquered the Deepstack Freezeout, outlasting the field to claim the top prize of PHP 116,926 (~$1,990). Earlier in the year, he demonstrated his ability to navigate international fields at WPT Prime Taiwan, where he finished 16th in the Mini Superstack Classic Freezeout for NTD 12,700 (~$425). He also holds a podium finish from Manila Megastack 17 in late 2023, where he placed 3rd in the Super Stack for PHP 120,600 (~$2,188).

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Japan, Inamura has become a rising figure in the Japanese poker community, frequently traveling to major Southeast Asian poker hubs to compete. His rise in 2025 has seen him achieve a 100% “In The Money” (ITM) rate across his major recorded appearances for the year, highlighting a high level of efficiency in tournament play. He is part of the growing contingent of Japanese professionals who are increasingly dominant in tours like the World Poker Tour (WPT) and Manila Megastack.

Play Style & Strategy

Inamura is known for a disciplined and tactical approach to tournament poker, particularly excelling in freezeout structures where patience and stack management are critical. His victory in the Manila Megastack Deepstack Freezeout suggests a strategy that emphasizes steady accumulation and a strong fundamental game during the mid-to-late stages of play. His ability to reach the final table and close out a title against diverse fields demonstrates a resilient temperament and the technical awareness required to handle the pressure of championship-level competition.

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