Takashi Arima is an emerging poker player from Japan known for his recent breakthrough final table appearance at a major Asian Poker Tour (APT) event.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With over $15,000 in total live earnings, according to The Hendon Mob‘s records, Takashi Arima’s recent triumph is his career-best cash. He finished 6th in the Mystery Bounty Championship (TWD 15,000,000 GTD) at the APT Championship in Taipei City in November 2025. This deep run earned him TWD 473,200 (~$15,620). This APT score is currently his largest tournament result.

Biography & Poker Background
Takashi Arima is a player from Japan. His tournament history is focused on the regional Asian poker market, with a notable appearance at the high-value APT Championship. His presence in a major guaranteed event suggests a player committed to building a resume on the international circuit.
Play Style & Strategy
Arima’s final table appearance demonstrates the resilience and endurance required to navigate a large tournament field. His elimination hand, where he shoved a critically short stack with pocket aces but was cracked by a turned straight of Man Wai Lui , highlights an opportunistic short-stack strategy and a willingness to take a high-variance spot to secure a double-up in the late stages.












