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The Japan Open was an annual table tennis tournament in Japan, run by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF). It was part of the ITTF World Tour.

History

The tournament was first held in 1989, and was featured on the ITTF World Tour's schedule every year since the Tour's inception in 1996.

Sweden's Jan-Ove Waldner and Germany's Timo Boll jointly hold the record for most men's singles tournament wins, with three each, while Wang Nan of China holds the record for most women's singles tournament wins, with four.

In August 2016, it was announced by the ITTF that Tokyo has been chosen as one of six cities to host a "World Tour Platinum" event in 2017. These events will replace the Super Series as the top tier of the ITTF World Tour.

The Japan Open is a prestigious international table tennis tournament held annually in Japan, attracting top-ranked players from around the world. Organized by the Japan Table Tennis Association, this event is part of the ITTF World Tour, showcasing high-level competition and exciting matches across men's and women's singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and passionate Japanese fans, the Japan Open serves as a key stop for players aiming to earn ranking points and achieve success on the global stage. With its rich history and reputation for thrilling play, the Japan Open is a highlight of the international table tennis calendar.