Jordan Brand’s 40th anniversary just got a surprise twist thanks to a nostalgic collaboration with Bandai Namco. The two have teamed up to release a set of miniature Air Jordan 1 Hi ’85 sneakers, available exclusively in Japan through a Gacha capsule collection.
This playful tribute highlights 18 different mini versions of iconic Jordan 1 colorways. While U.S. fans can pre-order model kits for the “Shadow” and “Reverse Shadow” pairs, Japan gets the full Gacha experience. We’re talking miniature versions of each signature colorway down to the stitching and placement of the Swoosh on the shoe.
Fragment Design’s Hiroshi Fujiwara gave us an early look, revealing mini renditions of the “Chicago,” “Black Toe,” “Royal,” “UNC,” and “Black/White” colorways. That teaser suggests the full set may include all 16 original Air Jordan 1 Hi ’85 colorways from 1985–86, along with a few surprises like “Georgetown” and “Varsity Red.”
It’s a smart way to blend sneaker culture with Japan’s collectible toy scene. For collectors, these scale models feel like sneaker art. They’re not wearable, but they definitely make an impact on your shelf—or desk.
Unfortunately, this Bandai Namco x Air Jordan 1 Hi ’85 collaboration is a Japan-exclusive release. No U.S. drop is planned for now. Keep an eye on resellers or proxy services if you’re interested.
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