| Country |  Japan |
|---|---|
| Champions | NTV Beleza |
| Runners-up | Nojima Stella |
| Semi-finalists | |
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The 2017 Empress's Cup was the 39th edition of the Japanese women's football national cup. NTV Beleza won its 11th title and sealed its first League-Cup double since the 2008 season after beating Nadeshiko Division 1 newcomer Nojima Stella in the final. [1] Defending champion INAC Leonessa was defeated on penalties in the Round of 32 by the non-L. League team of the Waseda University.
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