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Kei Nishikori's Final Japan Open Appearance! Updates on Player Lineup and Ticket Sales for Kinoshita Group Japan Open 2026

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Published Jun 1, 2026 1:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:55 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Kei Nishikori, who has announced his retirement at the end of this season, will compete in the Kinoshita Group Japan Open 2026.
He will participate via a wildcard entry.
Carlos Alcaraz is also confirmed to play.

Kei Nishikori, who has announced his retirement at the end of this season, will compete in the Kinoshita Group Japan Open 2026. He will participate via a wildcard entry. Carlos Alcaraz is also confirmed to play.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000169317.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 1, 2026

We are pleased to announce the player lineup for the 'Kinoshita Group Japan Open Tennis Championships 2026,' held from September 30 (Wed) to October 6 (Tue) (Qualifiers: September 28-29) at Ariake Coliseum and Ariake Tennis Forest Park. For the 2026 tournament, in addition to Carlos Alcaraz (Spain), Kei Nishikori (Uniqlo), a two-time former champion who has announced his retirement at the end of this season, has been added to the player list. Nishikori is scheduled to compete in the singles main draw via a wildcard (organizer's invitation). Regarding tickets, the hospitality program will go on sale from June 3 (Wed), and other tickets such as tournament passes will be available sequentially from June 21 (Sun). [Kei Nishikori's Comment] It has been decided that I will participate in the Kinoshita Group Japan Open. This will be my final Japan Open. This tournament is filled with many memories for me, and I expect to have many emotions. I will do my best to show you my best performance one last time. I appreciate your support. [Ticket Information] OFFICIAL TICKET PARTNER: eplus https://eplus.jp/japanopentennis/ (The special eplus website will be released sequentially). Japan Tennis Association.

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FAQ

Is Kei Nishikori retiring?

Yes, he has announced his retirement effective at the end of the 2026 season.

What are the key facts in this article?

Kei Nishikori, who has announced his retirement at the end of this season, will compete in the Kinoshita Group Japan Open 2026. He will participate via a wildcard entry. Carlos Alcaraz is also confirmed to play.

Where is the primary source?

PR TIMES: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000169317.html

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