Nakata’s First Blue Flame Japan 1997-98 Home Shirt #8 Nakata
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A Japan 1997-98 home shirt featuring the iconic flame sleeve design and Nakata #8 back print from the France 98 qualification era.
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Product Stats
- Japan’s 1997-98 cycle became a landmark period for the national team. The country qualified for its first FIFA World Cup during this era, turning the shirt into one of the key visual symbols of Japan’s arrival on the global stage. Hidetoshi Nakata emerged as a central figure of that generation, representing a new technical and international-facing identity for Japanese football.
- The flame sleeve design remains one of the most recognizable Japan national team graphics of the 1990s. Its deep blue base, red-white sleeve flames, and structured white collar reflect the expressive kit language of the decade. The tonal body pattern and bold number styling create a strong period look that separates it from later minimalist Japan shirts.
- For collectors, the Nakata #8 version carries particular importance because it links the design to one of Japan’s most influential modern players. The shirt represents both a historic qualification cycle and the early international rise of a player who later became a global name. Its combination of player identity, visual impact, and 90s national team context gives it strong long-term appeal among vintage soccer collectors.
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Description
This Japan home shirt features the signature late-90s blue body with bold flame graphics across both sleeves, a white fold-over collar with red detailing, and a subtle tonal pattern running through the fabric. The front includes the JFA crest, central #8 number, and sponsor-free national team layout, while the back is finished with yellow NAKATA lettering and a large white #8 number. As a Match Replica from the 1997-98 France 98 qualification cycle, it connects directly to Japan’s first World Cup generation and to Hidetoshi Nakata’s rise as one of the country’s defining midfielders. The flame sleeve design, early Nakata numbering, and strong 90s national team identity give this shirt a sharper collector focus than a standard blank version.
Material: 100%Polyester
SKU: FD-03-227
Returns: Accepted
Item Measurements
S : Length 27.2" (69cm) / Chest 39.4" (100cm)
M : Length 28.3" (72cm) / Chest 40.9" (104cm)
L : Length 29.1" (74cm) / Chest 42.5" (108cm)
XL : Length 29.9" (76cm) / Chest 44.5" (113cm)
2XL : Length 30.7" (78cm) / Chest 45.7" (116cm)
3XL : Length 32.7" (83cm) / Chest 47.2" (120cm)
Staff Fit Reference
A: Size S / Height 5'5" (165cm) / Weight 130 lbs (59kg)
B: Size M / Height 5'8" (173cm) / Weight 159 lbs (72kg)
C: Size M / Height 5'6" (168cm) / Weight 143 lbs (65kg)
D: Size L / Height 5'9" (175cm) / Weight 165 lbs (75kg)
E: Size XL / Height 5'11" (180cm) / Weight 172 lbs (78kg)
F: Size 2XL / Height 6'2" (188cm) / Weight 203 lbs (92kg)
* Measurements may vary slightly due to fabric and manufacturing tolerances.
* This jersey uses imported original heat-transfer print technology. Hand wash is recommended to protect the design.
* If machine washing, turn the jersey inside out and place it in a laundry bag to protect any printed numbers or names.
S : Length 27.2" (69cm) / Chest 39.4" (100cm)
M : Length 28.3" (72cm) / Chest 40.9" (104cm)
L : Length 29.1" (74cm) / Chest 42.5" (108cm)
XL : Length 29.9" (76cm) / Chest 44.5" (113cm)
2XL : Length 30.7" (78cm) / Chest 45.7" (116cm)
3XL : Length 32.7" (83cm) / Chest 47.2" (120cm)
Staff Fit Reference
A: Size S / Height 5'5" (165cm) / Weight 130 lbs (59kg)
B: Size M / Height 5'8" (173cm) / Weight 159 lbs (72kg)
C: Size M / Height 5'6" (168cm) / Weight 143 lbs (65kg)
D: Size L / Height 5'9" (175cm) / Weight 165 lbs (75kg)
E: Size XL / Height 5'11" (180cm) / Weight 172 lbs (78kg)
F: Size 2XL / Height 6'2" (188cm) / Weight 203 lbs (92kg)
* Measurements may vary slightly due to fabric and manufacturing tolerances.
* This jersey uses imported original heat-transfer print technology. Hand wash is recommended to protect the design.
* If machine washing, turn the jersey inside out and place it in a laundry bag to protect any printed numbers or names.
Shipping Info
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- United Kingdom: $10.00 – $12.00
- Australia & New Zealand: $10.00 – $12.00
- Europe: $12.00 – $15.00
- Central & South America: $12.00 – $15.00
Free shipping is available on qualifying orders.
Note: Cash on delivery (COD) is not available.
Shipping Destinations
We ship worldwide from our US-based warehouse, including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Europe, and many more countries.
Contact
Email: contact@kickosoccer.com
Order Confirmation
Once your order is placed, you will receive an order confirmation email. A separate shipping confirmation email will be sent once your order has been dispatched.
Processing & Delivery Times
Order processing: 1–2 business days
Delivery after dispatch:
- United States: 3–5 business days
- Canada & Mexico: 5–8 business days
- United Kingdom: 5–8 business days
- Australia & New Zealand: 5–8 business days
- Europe: 5–8 business days
- Central & South America: 5–8 business days
Please Note
Orders placed after Friday afternoon will be processed the following Monday.
We do not ship on weekends or public holidays.
A tracking number will be sent to your registered email address once your order has shipped.
Shipping Rates
Standard Rates
- United States: $8.00
- Canada & Mexico: $10.00 – $12.00
- United Kingdom: $10.00 – $12.00
- Australia & New Zealand: $10.00 – $12.00
- Europe: $12.00 – $15.00
- Central & South America: $12.00 – $15.00
Free shipping is available on qualifying orders.
Note: Cash on delivery (COD) is not available.
Shipping Destinations
We ship worldwide from our US-based warehouse, including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Europe, and many more countries.
Contact
Email: contact@kickosoccer.com
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