US Open winner Naomi Osaka redefines 'Japanese' 

She is from Japan since her mother is japanese and that is were she is born and no one can take that away from her, however she is not Japanese due to her not being raised in Japan and spending most of her life in the USA. I would like to thank the Japanese tennis association for sponsoring her and giving her the option to play professional tennis for them, she done her birth nation proud.

Congratulations Naomi!!

Naomi Osaka is beautiful, both inside and out!

Diversity is a beautiful thing. She’s is a beautiful soul and a shining star.

All these comments from people who didn't watch the video but just read the headline alone. Y'all are fools. The video already states that her dad is Haitian and that she holds citizenship to the US and Japan. Yet, some people are still commenting "Haitian Japanese. Stop erasing her Haitian identity". Internet folks today don't read or listen. They only read stories from headlines and that's all they run with.

Japanese Haitian make that clear

One word to Osaka .... Gorgeous.

i am proud of Naomi for her decency

She is very Japanese in her looks and mannerism! Love her

If I was Serena I would have been FURIOUS at my coach for doing what he did. TBH

Love Naomi, I wish, i have a daughter like her. Cool, calm, graceful, down to mother earth. God bless her with all the happiness in life.

Who cares what race she is, she's an amazingly talented tennis player💕

She's also very much black and Haitian! She is mixed!

My kids are "hafu" I am british and their mother is Japanese. They are all now adults and although they lived in th UK for short periods of time, visited there often and can speak English they would never think of themselves as British, they are 100 percent Japanese. Parentage is of no value, culture enviroment life experience are more important.. Whatever, Naom is a great tennis player, well done.

She's a Haitian Japanese get it right.

She is NAOMI OSAKA. 💠🍀💓

NAOMI DIDN'T DESERVE THE TREATMENT THAT SHE RECEIVED!!!!! BUT CONGRATULATIONS NAOMI YOU EARNED IT AND YOU DESERVED IT👌👏👏👏👏

Congrats Sweetie! She’s such a sweetheart. Her parents did a while wonderful job on their children. 🙂💕🇹🇹

On the record : Japan is the world most discipline citizen specifically in time management, Work and Patriotism.

so we going to pretend all the other mixed race japanese people including models, singers, and miss japan didnt exist before her.............ok.

As a Japanese all those comments makes me laugh. Japanese in the first place are made from several roots, including black race too. "Japanese" are the formed when Yayoi-Jin from ancient China immigrated and mixed to Jomon-jin that were partially black (Jarawan from Ardaman has same DNA as us). Normally Japanese know that and we define who's Japanese by what type of identity and upbringing of that person have. For Naomi we didn't think her as a Japanese since she moved to U.S at very young age and imagined she is very Americanized girl. But after all those interviews people noticed how Japanese her personality is and feel connected with her. Thinking Japanese define Japanese by race is actually the wrong stereotype. People see it from attitude and upbringing.

Naomi is a beautiful young lady, to me there is nothing better than the blending of humanity. Congratulations Naomi Osaka for a well played game.

Hatian Japanese!!!! Her dad is Hatian.. Why is it hard for commentators to admit this when they're reporting.. Naomi Osaka proudly reminded them..My dad Is Hatian!! ..my mom is Japanese..!! "Get it right..America" A Hatian , Japanese, Amercan US Open Champion.. Now,how hard is that. A million & 1 congrats to you" Miss Naomi Osaka"..What a joy to witness" Pure Elegance.."☺

(Haitian) Afro-Japanese/(Japanese) Asiano-Haitian, in the person of Ms. Naomi Osaka, is the now-talk of the world - on account of her tennis prowess, devotion, confidence, humility, humanity and, yes, polite humor. The Japanese-Haitian/Haitian-Japanese lass is adored and loved by God and ALL of human kind.

Shes HAITIAN TOO!

She deserves it. She won fair and square. In my opinion. She showed more class and skill on the tennis court then Sareena Williams. I'm an American. I'm not upset she won. She clearly was the better athlete. Period end of story. Be proud congratulations your hard work payed off. Naomi Osaka. Enjoy your victory u earned it.

I don't care what you say it's different being half black or full black worldwide if she wasn't famous they wouldn't care about her and some people will still see her African heritage before the see anything else. It is my understanding that she isn't under the spell of inclusion she knows she is Haitian ie black and doesn't run from it if that it is true I will be a fan. One thing I hate is when a person who is clearly of African heritage seeks to erase or run from that fact I know society collectively frowns on blackskin and I love to support people who love there black skin.

I'm sorry......I thought this was about winning a tennis championship. I didn't know it was about being Japanese, no American, no Black, no White, blah blah blah. I will be SO glad when people stop being so dam focused on the package instead of the PERSON.

Naomi is a winner give her respect what she deserves she played amazing on the day

Why is her last name osaka (japanese) when her father is haitian? just wondering if the custom is different or what

Blacks and Asians fighting over ownership of Naomi like they do Tiger.

Such beautiful skin color and so calm under pressure .

Congrats Naomi Osaka. Congrats Japan. Love from all Haiti/Ayiti/ハイチ. おめでとう日本、彼女は日本の偉大な娘です Nous, Haïtiens dans tous le monde, souhaite notre sœur 'ti-madam' mademoiselle Naomi Osaka des congratulation très chaleureuse, et bonnes chances pour l’avenir. Nous sommes fière de toi. Bel bagay, mezanmi Ayisyen, viv Ayiti.

I think her family is seeing a big opportunity for business. I think they are seeing opening tennis school in Japan. That may explains why she kept her mother's family name, as well as her Japanese citizenship. There's an enthusiastic fan base, there's money to make. Along the way, they found that there's no high level training system in Japan, caused her to move to US in early age. Why not create a pro level tennis training school like the ones available in US? There's a lucrative monopoly opportunity right there.

Congrats my dear sweet friend Naomi Osaka

Good for her!

*She is not strictly Japanese and she is not strictly Haitian. She is both. Mixed breeds should not be given one identity cause it creates problems for societies. Japanese don't need to identify her as full Japanese, they just need to see her as a woman with half Japanese blood in her and a valued member of their national interest period*

She is also haitian

Theres also a mixed japanese nba prospect comig up in next years draft

Why are they making such a big deal out of this girl, but not Sloanie Stephens, a full black who won last year?

I say Osaka on all the major networks this week.

Stop the identity politics! Naomi Osaka won because she's that good, and deserves it. I believe she beat Williams twice? Congratulations Naomi !!

If you're surprised with this kind of situation, here's the two words for you: "WELL DUH!"

for me she is very japanese~~ humble, respectful and also not intrusive.

She carries herself well as a Japanese and did both her parents proud!!! Graceful Naomi!!!

Bleh~ stop with Serena already. This girl deserves the recognition and praise.

Is saying "Hafu" offensive or not??

@1:12 0_0Dude how tall is she ? She's taller than her entire team are they like 5 foot or something?

There are so many mixed folks in Japan. You have to live there to see it. Part of the reason is because of the U.S. military that's there. But there are others besides Americans that be in Japan a lot. Also most folks who have neve been to Japan view the country and the people with sterotypes.

Yeah!

I'm a Filipino but I'm proud of her...for me, her being a half Japanese doesn't matter...what is important is that she capped an extraordinary win which gave honor to Japan and could be an inspiration to young tennis players...

I think the Japanese people should just embrace her because she did choose to be considered Japanese and play for Japan. She was born in Japan and they should be glad to have her playing for their country. She gave them their first Gland Slam title. Hopefully, Japan will do the right thing and Also, she is polite, gracious, nice, and a super good player and role model. At 20, she acts far more mature than Serena. She will probably win quite a few more Grand Slams.

Why ppl can't take this just so simple. A half Japanese and Haitian girl defeated a great tennis player. And the game itself was briliant. That's all. Where she grew up, how she was raised, or whatever ain't no points to discuss.

Where she's born, where she lives, what language she speaks don't matter to me. , She's a champion, a citizen of the world and a great ambassador of it.

You just missed the order one flag

that afro hafu guy is so cuuute!

Go Sis Go!!!! Break all their barriers and inaccurate stereotypes!!!

If she wants to represent Japan, than she is Japanese. Like Tiger Wood is an American. Why look at color.

Why are they speaking like they rejecting her and mixed race in totality in Japan ? What is going on

I'm just glad someone else won!!!!! yay for her!!!!!!!!!!👍👍👍🤗🤗🤗🙌🙌🙌😂😂😂😂

japanese are very diciplined people.

A fan for life. Finally, character in Tennis.

Naomie's mother was obliged to leave Japan to go to the USA with her Haitian boyfriend, because her parents didn't want her to marry a black man. I think now they understand that no matter what the color of your skin, you can make the history.

Haitian here. Let's ignore this sad channel trying to divide Japan and Haiti and make us fight to get more views on their tiny micro channel. Love Japan from Haiti.

I will say it - being half white and Japanese is much better than being half black and Japanese when living in Japan. For celebrities this does not apply. Haafus have the advantage of speaking one of the worlds most difficult languages and language is the first step to acceptance by this unique Island Nation. Also like many whites I am sick to death of the behavior of blacks but also like most white people I never mention it but I sure do vote it.

Oooh now yall want to acc... nvm its too oblivious to even type out

Watheever happen i'm stil proud to be Haitian

It's up to her to decide what she feels she is

At my time the most famous hafu was Maria Ozawa.

Most in Japan would still call her "gaijin."

You shows her mother but not the father, why ?

I found a new idol !

change of guards. great match

Well she grew up in America since 3, so she's really more like a Japanese-Haitian American.

In other words win something for a country and you will be accepted

what it mans to be Haitian as well ~ Big up Both !!!!!!!!!

Naomi wants her Haitian side to be mentioned too.

Those ppl do NOT accept that Black woman of Haitian & Japanese decent! Just stop it!

SHE GREW UP WITH HER HAITIAN SIDE!

Wait, she is Haitian before she wins against Serena Williams but Japanese when she wins😂😂

Naomi Osaka is Japanese Haitian American. She is Biracial. She is a "hafu" in Japan, half Japanese. She is the 2018 US Women's Open Champion. There will be many more Grand Slam CHAMPIONSHIPS coming her way. Nike should sign her for a multi year contract. Adidas probably will. Maybe some Japanese companies, whether she's Full Japanese or not. The color of money is GREEN, not White, Black, Yellow, or Red.

Irrespective of all the racial analysis in the comments below - she's a deserved winner and seems very humble and a likeable person. She's also a good role model. The same can't be said for Serena Williams anymore.

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She's also from Haiti! Why do they always try to hide that part of her smh.. All of us can see that 😆

Japan. YES!

I hope to marry Osaka 🙏

Civilized people are not those who make cars but those who care everyone and see as equal to them!

It's the media's job to give this young lady the recognition she deserves and stop focussing on Serena.

WHo cares? She's not fully Japanese. There's nothing wrong with that. She's not begging to be Japanese. She knows that she's Haitian-Japanese.

The only reason that people keep referring her to JAPANESE first then BLACK or AFRICAN AMERCIAN is because Japan offered more money to sponsor her but that does not mean anything as she becomes a rising star she will redefine what BLACK even means, excited for her SUCCESS.

She is as Haitian as she is Japanese and having been in the US since she was three she is basically an American. She's American.

Of course Steven A Smith is going to say that the establishment is right.

I think the Japanese gov't/lawmakers are in denial about the changing demographic of Japan. I also think it's difficult to get residency/citizenship.

She's an American athlete of both Haitian and Japanese heritage. Stop with the propaganda.

She is Haitian as well

Maybe she is setting the concept of being Japanese out without even having it as purpose, it's just happening. What she has accomplished is a step in Changing what the people think of diversity in Japan. And of course, let's not forget that, first of all, this strong young woman is a person like all of us

Japan is not a country of immigrants. It's going to take a LONG time for Japanese people to recognize any non-Asian as Japanese. We are talking about hundreds if not thousands of years. Even in countries like the USA and Canada, some people will NEVER see you as American or Canadian unless you are Caucasian. I'm Asian and grew up in America. I served in the U.S. Army for four years. Yet my sergeant straight out told me "You don't look American." I would imagine that it's even worse in a country like Japan.​

We have been watching Naomi as a Japanese tennis player. We love her. And I feel sad you think Japanese as a discriminatory citizen. But I think that is a misunderstanding. We just have a excessive complex in English conversation. I'm scared of writing in English like this.

Where is her Haitian flag? She is biracial, correct?

dad Spanish what !