All 16 J-League Special Kits Of The 2021 Season
Nov 23, 2021, by Khoi
It has become a common practice in Japan for clubs to release special edition kits during the summer. Here we take a look at all the releases of 2021.
J1-League
Nagoya Grampus 21-22 Special & Goalkeeper Kits
Nagoya Grampus' special shirt is in white, similar to their away jersey. What makes it stands out is the Arimatsu tie dyeing design that appears on the front of the shirt as well as on the sleeves.
The goalkeeper shirt also get the same treatment. It is in black with golden tie dyeing design pattern and orange details.
Nagoya Grampus 21-22 Special & Goalkeeper Kits Released
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 2021 25th Anniversary Kits
Introducing an uncommon stripes look, the Mizuno Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 2021 25th anniversary football shirt features stripes of varying width on the front. The black stripes increase in size from left to right, while the red stripes experience the opposite effect.
Based on the same template, the Mizuno Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 2021 goalkeeper 25th anniversary shirt pairs grey / black stripes with red trim.
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 2021 25th Anniversary Kits Released
Nike Kashima Antlers 2021 Third Kit
Reminiscent of Brazil's kit, the Nike Kashima Antlers 2021 third shirt combines a yellow base with green applications.
Inside the collar is a special text to commemorate the historical connection between Kashima Antlers and the Brazilian.
'Brazil' Nike Kashima Antlers 2021 Third Kit Released - Pays Homage to Zico, the "God of Football"
Kawasaki Frontale 2021 Special Kit
The Puma Kawasaki Frontale 2021 special shirt boasts a modern and unique look inspired by the history of Kawasaki City and its water supply.
Kawasaki Frontale 2021 Special 'Water' Kit Released
Yokohama F. Marinos Adidas 2021 Special Jersey
The Adidas Yokohama F. Marinos 2021 special jersey boasts the anchor of the club logo instead of the regular club crest. The anchor was taken from the club crest.
Yokohama F. Marinos 2021 Special Kit Released
FC Tokyo 2021 Third Jersey
Drawing inspiration from the Tokyo Tower, Japan's tallest building for more than 50 years, and the Tokyo Sky Tree, which is now Japan's tallest building, the New Balance FC Tokyo 2021 third football shirt is black with a blue-red stripe across the front.
FC Tokyo 2021 Third Kit Released
Puma Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 Limited Shirt
The Puma Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 limited jersey is predominantly orange with graphic stripes and fireworks pattern inspired by the local Shimizu Minato Festival.
Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 Limited Kit Released
Shonan Bellmare 2021 Jersey
The design theme and colors of the shirt intend to represent various aspects of nature. This is a collaboration with One Health Project, which aims at promoting a healthy lifestyle that benefits people, animals and ecosystems.
Gamba Osaka 2021 30-Years Mash-Up Kit
The Umbro Gamba Osaka 2021 30-years mash-up shirt boasts a one-of-a-kind mash-up look. The Umbro Gamba Osaka 2021 30-years mash-up jersey features the "favorite six designs voted by fan supporters".
The Gamba Osaka 2021 30-years mash-up kit retails at 15.400 Japanese Yen (equals 118 Euro) [autentic 26.400 Japanese Yen (equals 200 Euro)].
Gamba Osaka 2021 30-Years Mash-Up Kit Released
Cerezo Osaka Puma 2021 Limited Jersey
The Puma Cerezo Osaka 2021 limited football shirt is in dark blue with pink details. There is an all-over geometric graphic on the shirt with each shape resembles a cherry blossom petal.
Cerezo Osaka 2021 Limited Kit Released
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Nike 2021 Special Shirt
The Nike Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2021 special football shirt is predominantly red, based on the traditional color of the baseball team's home unis.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2021 Special Kit Released
Oita Trinita 2021-2022 Special Shirt
The Puma Oita Trinita 2021-22 special shirt is black with a yellow triangles and smoke graphic. It is a combination of the club's symbol of trinity (triangles) with Tokyo's famous hot spring baths. Yellow accents can be found on the cuffs and shoulders.
Vegalta Sendai 2021 Limited Jersey
The shirt is design to commemorate the catastrophic tsunami that hit the coasts of Miyagi prefecture ten years ago. It intends to be a good omen for the future of the Miyagi prefecture
Melange blue is the dominant colour. It is the same shade of blue of the stars Vega and Altair, which are the basis of the name of the club and are among the brightest in the northern celestial hemisphere.
Avispa Fukuoka 2021 Limited Jersey
The special jersey designed by Yonex features a chequered pattern, which in the Japanese tradition is considered a good omen. In addition, the graphics take up the logo of Tokyo 2020, the Olympic tournament held in Japan on the days when the shirt was presented.
Tokushima Vortis 2021 Limited Jersey
The design of the Shikoku club is based on the main attraction of the city, its' famous Naruto whirlpool that is created in the homonymous strait from the encounter between the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Seto Inland Sea.
J2-League
Jubilo Iwata 2021 Limited Jersey
The Jubilo Iwata 2021 special shirt is in a navy background, on which is a unique graphic which features the city's mascot, a dragonfly. Minor details on the cuffs and shoulders as well as the Puma logo are all in white.
Blaublitz Akita 2021 'Sharply Bold' Kits
The Athleta Blaublitz Akita 2021 'Sharply Bold' shirt features special geometric graphics, represented in the name, which are printed all over the shirt.
The Athleta Blaublitz Akita 2021 'Sharply Bold' keeper football shirt has the same design as the home shirt, having angular shapes all over the body.
Blaublitz Akita 2021 'Sharply Bold' Kits Released
V-Varen Nagasaki 2021 Peace Prayer Special Kits
The Umbro V-Varen Nagasaki 2021 Peace Prayer special shirt is mostly sky blue with white stripes on the shoulders and sides of the body. Black Umbro diamond patterns are placed on the shoulders as well.
The Umbro V-Varen Nagasaki 2021 Peace Prayer special keeper jersey features the same design as the home shirt. It is in yellow while white is still the colour for the stripes and black for the diamonds.
V-Varen Nagasaki 2021 Peace Prayer Special Kits Released
Ryukyu 2021 Limited Jersey
The shirt, is a tribute to the nature of the archipelago and pristine beaches of the Okinawa island.
Tokyo Verdy 2021 Limited Jersey
There are two special edition jerseys for Tokyo Verdy. The first celebrates 20 years since the team moved from Kawasaki to Chofu, Tokyo. This shirt has vertical stripes in two shades of green.
The second is represented by a mashup shirt from the last 10 seasons, to celebrate 10 years partnership with Athleta.
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Macron Jablonec 26-27 Third Kit Released - No More Capelli
Czech First League side FK Jablonec have officially launched their new 2026-27 third kit, marking the debut of their new technical partnership with Italian brand Macron following the departure of Capelli. The new Macron FK Jablonec 2026-27 third shirt introduces a vibrant bright orange design, offering a striking alternative option for the upcoming campaign. The kit is scheduled to make its first on-pitch appearance on June 26 in a match against Vlašim.
Club America 26-27 Home Kit Leaked
The first images of the official, authentic long-sleeve version of the Adidas Club America 2026-27 home kit have been leaked by Club America kit collector @CA_Coleccion_.
Corroborating earlier information, the new pictures offer a closer look at the late 1990s-inspired design, which prominently features a large, subtle club logo watermark across the front of the shirt. The leaked images also showcase additional details of the authentic player version, including a stylized crest.
Stevenage Announce Puma Kit Deal
Stevenage FC has officially announced a new kit partnership with Puma, marking the brand's return to the club after more than a decade. The deal brings an end to Stevenage's nine-year association with Macron, who had been producing the team's kits since 2017. Puma previously supplied Stevenage's kits during a two-year stint from 2011 to 2013.
The club confirmed that the first release under the new deal, the Stevenage 2026-27 home kit, will be officially unveiled on July 1 at 5 PM.
Adidas Cheltenham Town 26-27 Home Kit Released - No More Errea
League Two side Cheltenham Town has officially launched their new 2026-27 home kit, made for the first time by Adidas.
The Adidas Cheltenham Town 2026-27 home shirt uses the Adidas Tiro 26 template with custom colors - red and white stripes, with black applications.
Viktoria Köln 26-27 Away Kit Released
German 3. Liga club Viktoria Köln has officially launched its new away kit for the 2026-27 season. The Joma Viktoria Köln 2026-27 away shirt embraces a classic design in a red and white color palette.
Bishop Auckland 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Bishop Auckland FC have officially launched their new home and away kits for the 2026-27 Northern Premier League Division One East season. Made by O'Neills, the new shirts will be worn during the club's upcoming non-league campaign.
The 2026-27 home kit was initially unveiled in late May, featuring a bespoke design that incorporates the club's traditional colors. It is joined by the newly released away shirt, which was announced today to complete the club's matchday wardrobe for the year ahead.
Both the home and away jerseys feature the standard O'Neills manufacturer logos alongside the Bishop Auckland club crest. The designs are finished with integrated local sponsor logos across the front, adhering to the classic aesthetic of English non-league football.
Urawa Red Diamonds 26-27 Kits Released
Japanese J1 League club Urawa Red Diamonds have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 kits, made by Nike. This release marks a notable milestone as it coincides with the J.League's historic transition to an autumn-spring schedule for the upcoming season.
The Nike Urawa Red Diamonds 2026-27 kits feature updated designs that maintain the team's traditional identity. The home kit features a red base with a subtle zigzag lightning pattern running down the front of the shirt. Meanwhile, the away kit offers a more traditional look, featuring a predominantly white design with a polo collar, finished with gold logos and black detailing.
Bad Bunny x Adidas F50 Ghost Sprint 'Dark Marine' Shoes Leaked
Adidas and Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny are set to release a new football-inspired lifestyle shoe, the Bad Bunny x Adidas F50 Ghost Sprint, in a "Dark Marine" colorway. Blending the brand's archival soccer and running designs, the new model repurposes the Ghost Sprint track shoe with detailing from the iconic F50 football boots. The collaboration offers a streamlined, low-profile silhouette with a distinctive web-like mesh overlay.
The "Dark Marine" edition features a multi-toned purplish upper enveloped by a pale ice blue spider-web mesh structure. This stabilizing shell merges athletic functionality with a street-ready aesthetic, directly inspired by early 2000s football boots. The design is completed with a sleek sole unit that includes traction-inspired details reminiscent of indoor football footwear.
The Bad Bunny x Adidas F50 Ghost Sprint "Dark Marine" is scheduled to launch on July 18, 2026. The shoes will retail at 160 USD and are expected to be available through Adidas and select retailers.
