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Japan 1998 home kit — front

Japan 1998

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The Legacy

Japan made its first appearance at a World Cup in 1998 under the direction of manager Takeshi Okada. Hidetoshi Nakata arrived in France as the focal point of the midfield, supported by the experience of Hiroshi Nanami and the creative presence of Shinji Ono. While Kazuyoshi Miura was a surprise exclusion from the final squad, the tournament provided a debut platform for the national side on the global stage. Asics provided the kits for this historic tournament campaign, which saw the team compete against Argentina, Croatia, and Jamaica in the group phase.

Key Moment

Japan's historic debut at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France.

Season
1998
Type
home
Brand
Asics

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