Official Look at This Year's Air Jordan 5 "Tokyo23"
Look out for the 2011 grail to drop again for the model’s 35th anniversary.
Name: Air Jordan 5 “Tokyo23”
Colorway: Yellow/Multi-Color
SKU: IO3372-700
MSRP: $215 USD
Release Date: September 27
Where to Buy: Nike
Update: Jordan Brand just brought back UNDEFEATED’s military green take on the Air Jordan 4 and it has another grail being readied to return with the Air Jordan 5’s “Tokyo23” look. Similar to the aforementioned UNDEFEATED pair, one subtle change has been made to the shoe to distinguish it from the OG. The toe portion of the outsole has changed in color, shifting from black to yellow. Otherwise, the classic black and yellow colorway remains intact, with key details like its lateral heel embroidery present. Look out for the pair to drop on September 27 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at an adjusted price point of $215 USD.
Update: Earlier this month, we discussed the return of an Air Jordan 5 grail: the “Tokyo23” colorway, offering a first look at what to expect from the re-release. The OG 2011 look has been recreated with one twist: the toe portion of the outsole has been swapped from black to yellow. Jordan Brand confirmed with us that this change is both a nod to early samples, as well as a move to preserve the rarity of the original pair for collectors. Release remains anticipated for September 27 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $210 USD.
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Original Story: Jordan Brand has proven that no grail in its archive is above being re-released. We explored this shift in strategy in a feature last year and the trend is set to continue with 2011’s Japan-exclusive Air Jordan 5 “Tokyo23” making its return this fall for the Air Jordan 5’s 35th anniversary.
The return of the Air Jordan 5 “Tokyo23” was rumored previously and has now been confirmed with a first look at this year’s version of the shoe surfacing. As expected, it stays true to the 2011 original by featuring a bright yellow suede upper that is complemented by white and gray detailing at the netting, lacing system, and tongue. A special Kanji version of the lateral heel’s “23” callout is also present with black embroidery. According to the original rumor report from zSneakerHeadz, two version of the shoe possibly exist, perhaps in a similar manner to this year’s UNDEFEATED x Air Jordan 4.
At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has not shared any updates regarding the return of the Air Jordan 5 “Tokyo23.” Stay tuned for updates, including official images of the pair, as we currently expect it to drop on September 27 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $210 USD.
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