SYDNEY -- Japanese tennis is bouncing back as players, including a resurgent Naomi Osaka, notch impressive performances in the new season's opening tournaments ahead of this month's Australian Open.
Rising star Ito wins in Canberra, while veterans Osaka, Nishikori make finals

From left, Aoi Ito, Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori. The Japanese tennis players are performing well ahead of the Australian Open. © Kyodo
SYDNEY -- Japanese tennis is bouncing back as players, including a resurgent Naomi Osaka, notch impressive performances in the new season's opening tournaments ahead of this month's Australian Open.