Bandai Namco Teams Up with Jordan Brand for Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 Collectibles
Meanwhile, Japan-based fans can take part in a gacha-style release featuring miniaturized versions of the Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 in 18 colorways. Sixteen of these are faithful recreations of original releases, while two remain mysterious—potentially the elusive 'Reverse Shadow' and another rare or unreleased variant.
Pre-orders for the Bandai Namco x Jordan Brand Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 display models begin July 30. The gacha mini-figures will debut in-store across Japan this October, with online reservations starting August 7 and shipments expected by December.
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