From 1997 until 2001, Japan Open was an individual competition in all four figure skating disciplines.
Invited skaters compete in men's and women’s singles.
Like the previous year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the competition featured two teams composed entirely of domestic Japanese skaters, rather than the traditional three teams drawn from their respective regions (Europe, Japan, and North America) However, only senior amateur skaters were included, whereas traditionally, professional skaters are also included and the previous year featured several junior skaters as well.
[3] Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the competition featured two teams composed of domestic Japanese skaters only, rather than the traditional three teams drawn from their respective regions (Europe, Japan, and North America).
[13] Elizaveta Tuktamysheva replaced the injured Sarah Meier.
[16] The 2008 event was held on April 20, 2008 at the Saitama Super Arena.