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A. Arisa Higashino uses the Yonex Nanoflare 700 Pro racket, strung with Yonex Exbolt 63 strings, typically at a tension around 29 lbs, though professional setups can vary slightly by tournament. Her choice reflects a need for speed and quick strikes, fitting her front-court role in mixed doubles.
A. Arisa Higashino's highest ranking is World No. 1 in Mixed Doubles, achieved with her partner Yuta Watanabe on November 8, 2022, a milestone they reached for the first time, becoming Japan's first mixed doubles pair to reach the top spot. As of early January 2026, she holds a high ranking in Women's Doubles with partner Chiharu Shida, often around #23.
A. No, Arisa Higashino has not won Olympic gold, but she and her partner Yuta Watanabe have won two consecutive Olympic bronze medals in mixed doubles badminton at the Tokyo 2020 (held in 2021) and Paris 2024 Olympics. They were the first Japanese players to win an Olympic medal in mixed doubles at the Tokyo Games and aimed for gold in Paris but secured bronze again.
A. Arisa Higashino wears the Yonex Power Cushion 65 Z series badminton shoes. This model is popular among many professional players for its balance of speed, stability, and shock absorption.
A. Arisa Higashino (now Arisa Igashino) smashes are still fast, often hitting well over 300 km/h in rallies, making her formidable weapons in women's doubles.