# @insanesneaker on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DcBbPVyEXqI
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69162992-insanesneaker-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-14T13:31:00.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** INSANE SNEAKER™ (@insanesneaker) — https://gondola.cc/insanesneaker

## Caption

First Look at the Air Jordan 12 “Sumo” 🇯🇵

Inspired by Michael Jordan’s historic trip to Japan in 1996, this special edition pays tribute to the memorable basketball exhibition he played alongside Japanese sumo wrestlers in Tokyo. The AJ12 features a Black upper with intricate laser-worked wave patterns, Purple accents and Gold detailing throughout.

Japanese-inspired elements include a Jumpman emblem on the tongue designed to resemble a traditional family crest, “23” written in Japanese characters, and a heel tab referencing senjafuda. The Purple outsole also adds to the unique look, while the insoles feature a swirling design with a Jumpman logo. The Japan-exclusive release comes with special wrapping paper documenting Jordan’s 1996 regular-season performance, plus a paper sumo kit for an extra collectible touch.

The Air Jordan 12 “Sumo” drops August 23rd for $215 exclusively in Japan! Images via atmos, TOKYO 23.

Would you like to see a global release in the future? 🥋💭

#sumo #jordan12 #japan #airjordan

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jordan12, airjordan, sumo, japan

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