Conman in Tokyo

A former gambling champion who mastered card-flying stunts and commanded respect across Asia. After being framed by his god-brother, he retreats from the gambling world and runs a restaurant in Japan, all while secretly watching over his loved ones. His drive to reclaim his title is matched by a protective, loyal streak for those he cares about.

Japan’s premier gambler and Cool’s formidable rival. He seeks to prove himself as Asia’s number one and is willing to challenge Cool to secure that status. Methodical, fearless, and calculating, he embodies the competitive spirit that fuels the central conflict.

Cool’s girlfriend who becomes entangled in Yeung Kwong’s scheme. She sees through the betrayal, protects Cool, and suffers grave consequences that intensify Cool’s vow to restore his life and love. Her tragedy adds a deeply personal motive to Cool’s arc.

An agile triad punk who idolizes Cool and longs to learn from him. He forms a bond with Cool when he helps resolve a gang-related incident in Japan, and his admiration gradually becomes genuine partnership.

Jersy’s girlfriend who accompanies him on gambling tours and shares in the ups and downs of their life in and out of street schemes. She adds a dynamic human element to Jersy’s arc.

Cool’s god-brother and the mastermind behind the betrayal. He manipulates Karen and leverages her marriage to seize control, driving Cool to retire and later re-enter the arena to settle the score.

A younger twin of Karen, recruited from America by Yeung Kwong to lure Cool into a trap. Her role intensifies the plot’s deception and risk, underscoring the reach of Yeung Kwong’s schemes.