Second-seeded Amy Frazier was the defending champion but lost in the final 5–7, 7–5, 6–4 against first-seeded Julie Halard-Decugis. This was Halard-Decugis's final career singles title, as she retired from professional tennis at the end of the season. She also won both the singles and doubles titles at the tournament.
Seeds
The top two seeds received a bye into the second round.
Draw
Finals
Top half
Bottom half
References
External links Japan Open 2000 Tennis Tournament Draws and Results