Keiko Ishida defeated Maiko Inoue 3-5 4-2 4-0 5-3 in the Haibara 10K semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Maiko Inoue came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Keiko Ishida claimed a first win over Maiko Inoue in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-10-08 | Saga 25K | R32 | grass | Maiko Inoue | 3-6 7-6 6-3 |
| 1998-11-16 | Haibara 10K | F | carpet | Maiko Inoue | 6-4 6-3 |