For3ver Giants: Nike Lace Up Air Force 1 Tribute to Shigeo Nagashima

Shigeo Nagashima isn’t just Giants royalty – he’s Mr. Baseball, the face of Japan’s post-war diamond boom, and a national icon whose No. 3 is etched into sporting history. Two months after his passing, tribute takes shape in leather with the ‘FOR3VER GIANTS’.

Built on the most famous white-on-white template in sneaker culture, this pair keeps the design crisp and the storytelling loud. ‘FOR3VER’ is stamped on the heel, jewel-style dubraes flash Nagashima's legendary 3, and two lace sets carry the heartfelt message 'Our Giants Will Live Forever' – a direct nod to Nagashima’s enduring influence.

The Air Force 1 itself has been a street fixture since 1982, when basketball design introduced Nike Air cushioning to a cupsole, and the show later crossed into hip-hop and global streetwear. That universal DNA – clean leather, low-cut padded collar, everyday comfort – makes it the perfect base for a tribute this personal.

Nagashima’s resume is untouchable: five MVP awards, multiple championships as both player and manager, and a cultural presence that earned him the nickname 'Mister Giants'. His famous retirement line – 'My Giants will live forever' – is now stitched into sneaker history.

The release is tight and local: August 15, 2025, at 10:00 am JST, available only through the Yomiuri Giants’ team store and online shop. If you’re not in Japan, you’ll need sharp reflexes and international connections.

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