Paul Annacone and Kevin Curren were the defending champions, but did not compete this year.

John Fitzgerald and Johan Kriek won the title, defeating Steve Denton and David Pate in the final, 6–4, 6–7, 6–4.

Seeds The top four seeds received a bye into the second round.

Draw

Finals

Top half

Bottom half

References

External links 1988 Japan Open men's doubles draw