Japan 1997 Retro Jacket

The 1997 period was a critical one for Japan as they were on the brink of qualifying for their first-ever FIFA World Cup in 1998. This retro jacket, styled after the gear worn during that era, represents the national team’s historic journey toward the global stage. Under the guidance of coach Takeshi Okada, Japan’s squad, featuring players like Kazuyoshi Miura and Hidetoshi Nakata, worked tirelessly to make history. This jacket symbolizes the pride and optimism surrounding Japanese football as they prepared to compete with the world’s best for the first time.