The iconic Air Jordan 5 Tokyo 2025 is making a triumphant return. Sneakerheads worldwide have been anticipating this return since whispers first emerged.

History of the Air Jordan 5 Tokyo

The original Air Jordan 5 “Tokyo 23” released on April 29 ‑ May 1, 2011 as an exclusive to Japan’s Jordan Tokyo 23 storefront in Shibuya, Tokyo and instantly became a grail for collectors. Limited pairs, the embroidered Tokyo‑inspired “23” emblem and the varsity‑maize suede upper turned the shoe into a grail fetching premium prices for years afterward. Its distinctive colorway and unique details made it one of the most sought-after Jordan 5 releases ever.

Official Release Date Confirmed

Mark your calendars for September 27, 2025. @zsneakerheadz has confirmed a fall release. The announcement ends months of speculation about when fans could expect to add this legendary silhouette to their collection.

Air Jordan 5 Tokyo 2025
Style Code: IO3372-700
Yellow / Multi-color
Release Date: September 27, 2025
Price: $210

Two Versions Coming?

There are early reports of the possibility of two separate SKUs—a wider GR (general release) and an extremely limited friends‑and‑family or premium edition that may differ in heel branding (Jumpman vs Nike Air) or packaging.

What to Expect

If the retro mirrors the 2011 build, look for:

• Varsity‑maize nubuck upper with Wolf Grey mesh and tongue accents
• Embroidered Tokyo “23” badge on the lateral heel
• Icy outsole and shark‑tooth midsole speckles

Quality on recent Jordan 5 retros such as the “Burgundy” and “Aqua” releases has been solid, so expectations are high that materials will match (or beat) the 2011 pair.

Details are few as it's early days for this release. Stay tuned for more news and updates.