Naomi Osaka Amazed by Fans’ Halloween Costumes Inspired by Her
Naomi Osaka, the renowned Japanese tennis player, recently expressed her delight over fans who celebrated Halloween by dressing up as her. This heartwarming interaction took place shortly after her participation in the 2025 Kinoshita Group Japan Open, where she had to withdraw from the quarterfinals due to a leg injury.
Naomi Osaka’s Halloween Inspiration
Osaka, currently ranked World No. 16, shared her reactions on Instagram. Her posts featured various fans who embraced the spirit of Halloween with costumes inspired by her style. The series of stories highlighted her affectionate appreciation for the creativity of her followers.
Fan Costumes that Captured Naomi’s Heart
- Vivid Imagery: One notable post displayed an enchanting background of Jack Skellington and purple lights, with Osaka simply writing “happy halloween.”
- Iconic Fan Tribute: A fan wearing a white hoodie, green cap, and headphones caught her eye. She acknowledged this with the remark, “iconic behavior.”
- Young Athlete Impression: A child dressed in Osaka’s signature bow dress on a tennis court elicited a heartfelt response from her: “
.” - Labubu Doll Outfit: Another fan showcased dedication by dressing as Osaka’s Labubu doll, paired with a tennis racket. Osaka humorously commented, “LOL going as the labubu is pure commitment
You did that!” - Couple Costume: A man and woman duo, where the woman dressed as Labubu and the man as Osaka, rounded out the celebration. Osaka concluded her enthusiastic reviews by stating, “The Halloween costumes make my year every time
.”
Season Recap and Future Plans
This Halloween tribute followed a challenging season for Osaka. She began her Asian swing at the China Open but faced an early exit in the round of 64. Her journey continued with a defeat in the round of 32 at the Wuhan Open. However, she secured a victory against Sonobe Wakana in the round of 32 at the Japan Women’s Open before her season concluded due to injury.
In her farewell message on Instagram, she said, “And that’s a wrap on my year. Great year, everybody. Let’s do it again next year. Maybe a little differently. But yeah, it was fun. See you in Australia.” With her positive outlook, fans eagerly anticipate her return to the court in the upcoming season.
