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Online Poker in Japan

Poker is not a favorite game among the Japanese. There is a big underground gambling scene, but it rarely involves this card game. Nevertheless, and although it is illegal, it is possible to find some poker rooms. This is mainly due to the presence of foreigners, but the country has also shown that it has high-quality players, such as Naoya Kihara who won the World Series of Poker. Moreover, there are several tournaments (without cash) organized in the country by the Japan Poker Association, which is the responsible body for promoting poker in Japanese culture. For now, players who are looking for better exposure to the game can access online poker sites in Japan.

Is online poker legal in Japan?	No.
Are poker sites in Japan trustworthy?	Yes.
Can I deposit via Neteller/ecoPayz/PayPal?	Yes.
Do online poker sites accept JPY?	Yes.

Online Poker Laws in Japan

As there are no specific Japanese poker laws, it is still unclear if live poker will become legal with the new Integrated Resort Implementation Law. Nevertheless, the offer of online poker games will still be prohibited as there are no regulations concerning those activities. This means that Article 185 of the Japanese Penal Code will still apply. Considering recent events reported by online poker news sites in Japan, it is likely that the Japanese authorities do not have the power to act over others' jurisdictions. As a result, several players usually access offshore online poker sites that offer them the opportunity to compete in the largest poker rooms in the world and to get opportunities that include Japanese online poker bonuses and online poker promotions in Japan.

Online Poker Payment Methods in Japan

In order to keep competing in the market, operators can only accept transparent and legitimate money transactions. In this way, the credit and debit cards of VISA and MasterCard are commonly available. But there are also alternatives that are as safe and efficient. These include Neteller, PayPal, ecoPayz, Jeton or AstroPay. For more information, consult the online poker reviews directory in Japan.

Online Poker Sites Accepting JPY

Even though the Japanese gambling laws are very strict, there are operators that try to target the country as it is also an important market. Therefore, it is possible to find online poker sites accepting JPY, which allows players to be exempt from conversion fees.