👧 Ruri Hagiwara | Tennis Papers interview, October 2025
“My dream is to win a Grand Slam.”
Meet Ruri Hagiwara, Japanese girl junior tennis player who lives in Gunma, Japan and competing in U12 tennis category.
(Information gathered via an exclusive interview by Tennis Papers).
📘 Ruri Hagiwara | Biography, October 2025
| Name | Ruri Hagiwara |
| Date of birth | November 14, 2015 |
| Nationality | Japanese 🇯🇵 |
| Residence | Gunma, Japan |
| @rurihagiwara11 | |
| Age started tennis | 4 |
| Tennis Club | Uenoyama Tennis School |
| Tennis coach | Hiroki Uenoyama |
| Junior tennis category | U12 |
| National tennis ranking | #981 |
| International tennis ranking | |
| Sponsors |




🏠 Residence | Gunma, Japan
🌸 A mountainous prefecture known for its hot springs (onsen) and natural beauty.
🏔️ Perfect for hiking, skiing, and relaxing in scenic mountain towns like Kusatsu and Ikaho.
🚂 Rich in tradition yet peaceful, it offers a glimpse of authentic Japanese countryside life.
🍵 With fresh air, kind people, and stunning views, Gunma is a serene escape in the heart of Japan!

🎙️Ruri Hagiwara | Interview, October 2025
Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Ruri Hagiwara, I am 9 years old — born on November 14, 2015.
I am Japanes and I live in Gunma, Japan.What languages do you speak?
JapaneseAt what age did you start playing tennis?
4 years oldAre there other tennis players in your family?
My sisterIn which club do you train tennis?
Uenoyama Tennis SchoolWho is your tennis coach?
Hiroki UenoyamaWhat is your weekly training routine?
–As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?
My volley is very good and I need to improve the quality of neutral rally.What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
I compet in U12 and my current national ranking is #981.What has been your greatest achievement?
Kanto tournament winnerIn which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
JapanDo you have any sponsors?
Not yetWhat is your goal for 2026?
To participate in the national tournamentWhat is your tennis dream?
My dream is to win a Grand Slam.Who are your favorite tennis players?
Aoi ItoWhat do you like to do outside of tennis?
Making thingsTo which people would you like to dedicate this interview?
–Thanks a lot Ruri!
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷
