List of Tokyo Japan Open Winners (1972-2022)
The Tokyo Japan Open, a prestigious tennis tournament on the ATP Tour, has a rich history dating back to its inaugural edition in 1972. Over the years, it has seen some of the world’s top tennis talents grace its courts, battling for the coveted title. In this article, we take a journey through time to explore the list of Tokyo Japan Open winners from 1972 to 2022, highlighting some remarkable achievements and the current reigning champion.
List of Tokyo Japan Open Winners (1972-2022)
| Year | Winner |
| 2022 | T. Fritz |
| 2019 | N. Djokovic |
| 2018 | D. Medvedev |
| 2017 | D. Goffin |
| 2016 | N. Kyrgios |
| 2015 | S. Wawrinka |
| 2014 | K. Nishikori |
| 2013 | J. del Potro |
| 2012 | K. Nishikori |
| 2011 | A. Murray |
| 2010 | R. Nadal |
| 2009 | J. Tsonga |
| 2008 | T. Berdych |
| 2007 | D. Ferrer |
| 2006 | R. Federer |
| 2005 | W. Moodie |
| 2004 | J. Novak |
| 2003 | R. Schuettler |
| 2002 | K. Carlsen |
| 2001 | L. Hewitt |
| 2000 | S. Schalken |
| 1999 | N. Kiefer |
| 1998 | A. Pavel |
| 1997 | R. Krajicek |
| 1996 | P. Sampras |
| 1995 | J. Courier |
| 1994 | P. Sampras |
| 1993 | P. Sampras |
| 1992 | J. Courier |
| 1991 | S. Edberg |
| 1990 | S. Edberg |
| 1989 | S. Edberg |
| 1988 | J. McEnroe |
| 1987 | S. Edberg |
| 1986 | R. Krishnan |
| 1985 | S. Davis |
| 1984 | D. Pate |
| 1983 | E. Teltscher |
| 1982 | J. Arias |
| 1981 | B. Taroczy |
| 1980 | I. Lendl |
| 1979 | T. Moor |
| 1978 | A. Panatta |
| 1977 | M. Orantes |
| 1976 | R. Tanner |
| 1975 | R. Ramirez |
| 1974 | J. Newcombe |
| 1973 | K. Rosewall |
| 1972 | T. Sakai |
Who Has Won the Japan Open Most Times?
Throughout the tournament’s storied history, several players have etched their names into the record books by clinching the Japan Open title multiple times. Among these tennis legends, it’s Sweden’s Stefan Edberg who stands tall as the most successful player in the tournament’s history. Edberg’s remarkable consistency and mastery of the Tokyo courts saw him emerge victorious four times. Edberg won the first time in 1987 and then won the next three in consecutive years from 1989 to 1991. His graceful play and remarkable skills left an indelible mark on the tournament.
Who Won the First Edition of the Japan Open?
The first edition of the Japan Open in 1972 witnessed an exciting battle on the tennis court, and it was T. Sakai who emerged as the inaugural champion. Sakai’s victory marked the beginning of a prestigious tennis tradition in Tokyo, and the tournament has only grown in stature since then.
Who Is the Defending Champion at Japan Open?
As of the last completed tournament in 2022, Taylor Fritz of the United States is the reigning champion of the Tokyo Japan Open. Fritz showcased exceptional skill and determination to secure the title, joining the ranks of illustrious past champions.
