Naomi Osaka's US Open win was warmly received in Japan ... yet one thing was blatantly ignored.
The reaction of Japanese watch-maker Citizen Watch Co. was typical of the responses. The company declined to comment on the masks, but expressed delight in an official statement that the tennis star was wearing one of its products — a Naomi Osaka watch with a yellow band during the US Open.Sports equipment manufacturer Yonex Co. expressed support for Osaka's feelings, while also stressing that she won her third Grand Slam using one of its racquets.
Nissin Foods — the instant noodle maker — said Osaka's third Grand Slam win underlined the spirit behind the company's "Hungry to win" slogan, and looked forward to her participation in the Olympics. Some response on Japanese social media has been negative, lashing out at Osaka. Of course, there has also been ample praise.
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