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Poker in Japan
First: Poker/Gambling is illegal. So, the players pay to join private clubs which hold weekly tournaments for points or small prizes. A normal cash game or tournament is impossible for the general public to find. Those that want to play, pay to play with little value in return. They play for pride and to prove they are the best. The Japanese Poker Player Association boasts many members that are accomplished Backgammon, Mahjong and Go players. They are gamers and competitors to the core, play the game to win, and do the study and practice required to become great players. read more in pokerworks.com