Moyuka Uchijima vs Ena Shibahara Preview & Prediction | 2026 Japan Women’s Open | First Round

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Moyuka Uchijima meets Ena Shibahara in the first round at the 2026 Japan Women’s Open at the Utsubo Tennis Center in Osaka, Japan.

Ranking points: WTA 250

Start date/time: 20 October 2026 at 3:00 am

Venue: Utsubo Tennis Center, Osaka, Japan

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

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Moyuka Uchijima vs Ena Shibahara prediction

We will see a battle of the Japanese wildcards in the first round in Osaka.

Moyuka Uchijima sits over 400 places better off in the rankings than her opponent Ena Shibahara as they lock horns for the first time.

Uchijima has won just one of her last seven and four on the run across all levels but will fancy her chances of getting a much-needed win against her compatriot, who has rarely made an impact at the top tier at the age of 28 and has also lost her last five.

Confidence will be a key factor, but Moyuka’s greater know-how on this type of stage should see her through in two. 

Moyuka Uchijima vs Ena Shibahara tip: Moyuka Uchijima to win 2-0