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.
What do you think of the special kits of Japanese clubs this year? Comment below.
Unreleased Puma Ultra Nitro 7 Boots Spotted On Pitch
A brand-new colorway of the next-generation Puma Ultra Nitro 7 football boots has been spotted on the pitch, laced up by Kevin Santos during a recent pre-match warm-up. The unreleased pair gives us our first look at what Puma has in store for its flagship speed silo in the upcoming autumn collection. Thanks to rkidfootball & bootsclub.
The spotted boots feature a clean white base highlighted by an eye-catching purple and blue gradient that wraps around the toe box and lower lateral section. Puma completes the aesthetic with dark Cat branding outlined along the upper and subtle light blue accents across the collar and soleplate, offering a sharp contrast to the bold launch edition.
Middlesbrough 26-27 150th Anniversary Kit Available Today
Middlesbrough have announced that their special 2026–27 150th anniversary shirt will be available to pre-order at 12 noon today, September 23.
Special Adidas Argentina 2026 Lionel Messi Farewell Kit Leaked
Based on the leaked images, @whatthekit_x created a mock-up of Messi wearing a special Argentina jersey, designed to honor his legendary career with the national team.
No More Puma: Brain Dead UD Ibiza 26-27 Away Kit Released
Spanish club UD Ibiza has officially released its new away kit for the 26-27 season, crafted by creative collective and technical sponsor Brain Dead. Following the takeover from Puma earlier this summer and the previous unveilings of their home and third shirts, this release completes the island club's match collection for the campaign.
The Brain Dead UD Ibiza 26-27 away jersey delivers a bold aesthetic inspired directly by the sargantana ibicenca (the Ibiza wall lizard), an enduring symbol of the island's natural identity. The kit channels the reptile's distinct scales into a contemporary camouflage pattern, blending blurred digital textures in shades of toxic green, moss, and deep black across the entire front, back, and sleeves.
Contrasting the chaotic camouflage base, all accents and club emblems are rendered in a striking electric yellow monochrome, including the UD Ibiza crest, Brain Dead's signature head profile logo, and sponsor branding. The design is finished with a neat black crew-neck collar, matching black sleeve cuffs tipped with white piping, and clean white stripes tracing down each flank.
Haaland Trains in Leaked Nike Phantom 26-27 Signature Boots
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has been spotted wearing his upcoming Nike Phantom 6 signature boots in training with the Norwegian team, confirming the exclusive leak from Footy Headlines. Created for the 26-27 season, the custom pair provides the first look yet at the high-end edition of the Norwegian star's next official on-pitch release.
The new signature boots feature a light blue base. A standout cloud-like graphic wraps around the heel and rear portion of the boot, adding a unique personalized touch to the design. Built on the Phantom 6 framework, the cleats boast Nike's Gripknit material across the upper for optimal ball control alongside the Cyclone 360 soleplate for rotational traction.
Nike is set to launch the Erling Haaland 26-27 signature boots on October 1.
Adidas Argentina Messi Farewell Kit Leaked - 3 New Images
New images of the special commemorative Adidas Argentina kit created for Lionel Messi's final international appearance have been shared by the @TheShirtUnion. The legendary playmaker is scheduled to wear this tribute shirt in his farewell game for the national team against Benin at the Estadio Monumental on October 6, 2026.
Nigeria to Leave Nike and Return to Adidas in Record 2027 Kit Deal
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is set to part ways with Nike after an 11-year partnership and make a high-profile return to Adidas starting in January 2027. The switch will conclude an era with the Swoosh that began in 2015 and produced some of the most iconic and culturally celebrated football shirts of recent times, headlined by the viral 2018 World Cup collection.
The new agreement with Adidas is worth an estimated $8.5 million per year, making it the largest publicly disclosed kit deal in African football history. The contract breaks down into $4.5 million in cash alongside $4 million in kits, equipment, and apparel annually, accompanied by a 20% royalty on official merchandise sold in Nigeria. Nike's long-standing contract had remained static at around $1.5 million in total annual value, and the US brand ultimately declined to exercise its right to match Adidas' significantly enhanced proposal.
This marks a return to the Three Stripes for Nigeria for the first time since 2014. Adidas famously outfitted the Super Eagles during key eras of their history, including their World Cup debut in 1994 and their Africa Cup of Nations triumph in 2013. In tandem with the team sponsorship, Adidas plans to expand its retail footprint across Nigeria to over 30 stores, ensuring vastly improved distribution and accessibility of official gear for supporters.
