Japan 1998 Home Jersey — France '98 World Cup

THE SHIRT THAT ANNOUNCED JAPAN TO THE WORLD

This is the Japan home shirt of France '98 — the blue of a nation's first ever World Cup. The Samurai Blue arrived on the biggest stage for the first time, facing Argentina, Croatia, and Jamaica in a group that captured the imagination of a football-mad nation. Hirose. Nakayama. The roar of Japanese fans in French stadiums. This is the shirt of that moment — historic, bold, and utterly iconic.

A faithful retro tribute to one of Asia's most celebrated kits. Deep navy blue with the rising sun crest, the sharp Adidas detailing of the late 90s, and the silhouette of a nation discovering its place in world football.

THE DETAILS

100% breathable polyester · Classic late-90s relaxed retro fit · Era-correct detailing · Deep navy with red and white trim

THE STORY

Manager: Takeshi Okada · Era: France '98 World Cup · Iconic moments: Japan's first ever World Cup appearance, Nakayama's goal vs Jamaica — Japan's first ever World Cup goal, the birth of the Samurai Blue legend

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE

Every Retro Kit Store shirt is a faithful reproduction of the era's original design. From the collar to the sleeves, from the front detailing to the back typography — this is the shirt you remember, in every detail.

⚽ FREE PERSONALISATION

At The Retro Kit Store, the back of the shirt is the canvas — your name, your number, your place in the lineup. We include FREE name and number printing with every order. Message us at checkout with your personalisation details.

🛡️ THE RETRO KIT STORE GUARANTEE

If your shirt doesn't arrive looking like the iconic original you remember, return it within 14 days of delivery for a full refund. We stand behind every retro tribute we send.

📏 SIZING — Slim fit. Order one size up from your usual UK size.
S · 36" (UK XS)
M · 38" (UK S)
L · 40" (UK M)
XL · 42" (UK L)
XXL · 44" (UK XL)

🔄 RETURNS — Full refund for damaged or incorrect items within 14 days of delivery. Personalised shirts refundable for faults only.

🚚 SHIPPING — Free worldwide shipping. Dispatched within 3 business days.
Europe & USA: 10-14 days · Rest of World: 15-21 days.

WHY THE RETRO KIT STORE?

We don't just sell shirts. We curate The Golden Era of Football. Every jersey is chosen for what it means, not just what it is.

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