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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Kalamata FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Greek Super League club Kalamata FC have officially unveiled their 2026-27 away kit. Made by Macron, the new design introduces a sleek blackout-inspired look for the upcoming season.
The Macron Kalamata FC 2026-27 away shirt features a predominantly black base with a subtle tonal geometric pattern across the front. White Macron, Novibet sponsor and club crest details provide contrast, while black trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs completes the clean monochromatic design.
What do you think of the new Kalamata FC 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
SV Elversberg 26-27 Third Kit Released
German 2. Bundesliga side SV Elversberg and Nike have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The vibrant uniform gives the team a standout alternative look for the new campaign.
The Nike SV Elversberg 26-27 third shirt features a bright red-orange base covered in an eye-catching optical halftone graphic pattern across the front and sleeves. White detailing is used for the Nike Swoosh on the right chest, while the traditional SV Elversberg crest is positioned on the left. Main sponsor HYLO sits prominently in a black rectangular box across the middle.
On the back, player names and numbers are printed in white with black outlines, with the club's tagline printed on the upper collar area. The kit is set to be worn during selected away fixtures throughout the 26-27 season.
Grenoble Foot 38 26-27 Away Kit Released
French Ligue 2 club Grenoble Foot 38 and Nike have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The Nike GF38 26-27 away jersey features a clean white base paired with vivid royal blue raglan sleeves. The defining feature of the shirt is a bold blue mountain graphic across the lower front, drawing direct inspiration from the surrounding Alps. Dark blue accents complete the look on the Nike Swoosh and the Carrefour Market sponsor logo. Just like on the home shirt, the regional coat of arms of Dauphiné is detailed on the upper back.
Matching royal blue shorts and black socks complete the full Grenoble Foot 38 26-27 away strip.
Stockport County 26-27 Third Kit Released
Stockport County and Puma have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The vibrant new release completes the club's kit set for the campaign, joining the previously revealed home and away strips.
The Stockport County 26-27 third shirt introduces a striking coral base color featuring a subtle vertical graphic pattern running down the front. All accent details, including the Puma cat logo, main front sponsor VITA, and the monochrome Stockport County crest, are finished in contrasting black.
Matching coral shorts and socks complete the full uniform setup. The Puma Stockport County 26-27 third kit is available to purchase now both online and at the physical County Store.
Sint-Truidense 26-27 Away Kit Released
Belgian Pro League side Sint-Truidense VV has officially launched its new away kit for the 26-27 season, designed by Olympic. Following the release of their home kit earlier this summer, the new away strip presents a sharp monochromatic look for the upcoming campaign.
The Sint-Truidense 26-27 away jersey features a clean white base dominated by thin black vertical pinstripes running down the body. Contrasting black raglan sleeves are finished with white trim on the cuffs, while a black V-neck collar anchors the overall layout. The club crest sits centrally on the upper chest, complemented by Olympic branding and various sponsor logos across the shirt. Completing the full look, the shirt is paired with black shorts and dark socks.
The new STVV 26-27 away uniform is now officially available for purchase through the club's webshop.
Siena FC 26-27 Home Kit Released
Italian Serie D club Siena FC has officially revealed its new home kit for the 26-27 season, produced by Adidas. The design highlights the club's iconic black and white identity through a bold geometric concept.
The Adidas Siena FC 26-27 home jersey features a distinctive quartered pattern across the front. Black and white blocks create a stark contrast across the chest and torso, accompanied by Adidas' signature three stripes on the shoulders and a classic crew collar. Subtle gold accents along the bottom hem add a refined touch to the overall look.
Completing the design, the official Siena FC crest is positioned on the left chest opposite a clean white Adidas logo.
FC Luzern 125th Anniversary Kit Released
FC Luzern and Erreà have officially launched a special 125th anniversary kit as part of the Swiss club's jubilee celebrations for the 26-27 season. Founded in 1901, the Lucerne-based side is marking 125 years of history with a refined design that pays homage to traditional football aesthetics.
The shirt features an off-white base with a dark navy polo collar and matching sleeve cuffs. To maintain a clean retro look, all main sponsor logos as well as the Erreà manufacturer logo are applied in tonal whiteout styling, blending into the fabric. The central highlight of the design is the special gold octagonal crest on the chest, bordered by laurel leaves and the number 125. Completing the look, the back of the shirt features dark navy numbers alongside the commemorative years 1901-2026 printed in gold below the collar.
The uniform is completed with dark navy shorts and socks. FC Luzern will wear the kit during their official jubilee match against FC Lausanne-Sport on August 22, 2026.
