Recommended soccer uniform specialty stores and cheap second-hand clothing stores [overseas sites, Instagram accounts]
Even if you want to buy an old soccer uniform, it's surprisingly hard to find one. You can find them on Mercari and other sites, but it's also fun to find them at soccer uniform specialty stores or European vintage second-hand clothing stores. When it comes to rare uniforms or uniforms from minor teams, it's hard to even know where to buy them. Recently, more and more second-hand clothing stores in Tokyo have started to carry them. As a soccer uniform lover, this writer will introduce some recommended stores and second-hand clothing stores. In this article, we will introduce Instagram accounts selling soccer uniforms, online services in Japan, and overseas websites. For more information on specialty stores in Japan, click here.
- Recommended soccer uniform specialty stores and cheap second-hand clothing stores [overseas sites, Instagram accounts]
- Webshop specializing in soccer uniforms, pop-up events, etc.
- Overseas soccer uniform specialty store
Webshop specializing in soccer uniforms, pop-up events, etc.
These are accounts that run online shops related to soccer uniforms in Japan. Most are mail-order only, but some accounts are so popular that there are lines when they hold pop-up events. To be honest, the quality of soccer uniforms sold on Instagram varies widely, and there are cases where bootlegs are sold as genuine products, so please make your own judgment.
Kit of the Day / Bambi Football
They mainly provide services such as selling uniform markings, pressing them onto customer-branded uniforms, and selling and handling uniforms and markings that are not sold in Japan. Kit of the Day can also help with adjustments that are not officially supported, such as markings and positioning. They are also one of the most knowledgeable accounts on soccer uniforms in Japan.
There is a very detailed blog that provides useful information on how to identify fake uniforms, the sale of markings separately, and soccer uniform specialty stores both in Japan and overseas.
We run the soccer uniform fan community "Socio." We offer a unique service that provides information on local soccer uniforms overseas that are difficult for individuals to obtain, as well as items and uniforms that are difficult to obtain in Japan at reasonable prices.
Socio Membership Kit of the Day | note
The article below covers all the stores in Japan that sell soccer uniforms, player numbers, name markings, and league patches that can be attached to the shoulders. It's a very informative article, so be sure to check it out.
【DAY32】Here are the soccer shops in Japan! - Bambi's "Kit of the Day"
SWIRLY EYES
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A soccer-related vintage clothing account that mainly sells online. They offer not only soccer items, but also street brands, tailored jackets, and other items that go well with soccer items. They regularly stock new items online and also hold pop-up events.
https://www.instagram.com/swirly_eyes_vintage/
GEEKGEAR
This is a web shop run by Moto, the owner of the vintage clothing YouTube channel "Hiraku to Moto" (which will cease operations in 2022). It also hosts pop-up events. It mainly carries tech and outdoor brands. It also has soccer-related items. Moto was in a mountaineering club during his university days, so the selection of shells and jackets in particular is very cool.
https://www.instagram.com/geekgear00/
ANREAL STORE
This shop is produced by Takenaka Shigeyasu of Quatorze. It is mainly an online shop, but also sells at pop-ups at Shibuya Parco and flea market events. In addition to existing soccer uniforms, there is a wide selection of original goods. As you would expect from an owner who also manages a brand, the model photos are cool. The shop is interesting for its unique initiatives, such as a uniform made in collaboration with comedian Panther Ogata, who graduated from Sendai Ikuei High School, and a sweater with a motif of the 1998 Japan national team.
https://www.instagram.com/anreal_store_official/
BALBOLA FOOTBALL
This is an online shop that sells all kinds of soccer uniforms, but it has one of the largest stocks of cheap uniforms and markings in Japan. They also have a large selection of shoulder sleeve patches.
Barbora Football, Soccer Shop, Soccer, Uniforms, Markings
THE DUG OUT
When it comes to collector's items such as autographed merchandise and uniforms, Downout is trusted as one of the top sellers in Japan.
Football Autographed Memorabilia - THE DUGOUT
Qoly LFB vintage
An online shop for vintage soccer uniforms run by the soccer web magazine "Qoly." As you'd expect from a store run by a famous soccer media outlet, it stocks a wide variety of uniforms, from classics to more eccentric styles.
Meisterschale
This online shop mainly deals with the Bundesliga and the German national team. They also carry player-issued items, and the quality of their products is high. The page on how to spot fake uniforms is very informative. I was impressed by the page on past uniforms of Machida Zelvia, where their office is located. The Meisterschale is the Bundesliga championship trophy.
https://meisterschale.ocnk.net/
HRM STORE
An online shop that handles all types of soccer uniforms. They have held several pop-up stores. Mail order is also available. They have a well-balanced selection of products from leagues, club teams, and national teams from around the world. Prices are generally in the 10,000 to 20,000 yen range.
https://instagram.com/hrm_store_fb/
THUMBS UP
This online shop stocks a large selection of soccer uniforms, especially short-sleeved ones. They have a wide selection of soccer items at affordable prices, with many regular secondhand items priced under 10,000 yen. They have also held several pop-up stores at the sports izakaya KITEN! in Koenji. There is only one product image and few measurements, so it's recommended to check before purchasing.
https://instagram.com/thumbs_up_up_up/
Footuni
This online shop carries a wide range of uniforms from leagues and teams around the world. There are so many products to choose from, you'll never get bored of browsing.
Used soccer uniform specialty store Footuni
Youth/Games
An online shop that mainly sells vintage soccer uniforms, but also sells second-hand sports and outdoor clothing. They also have a wide selection of sweatshirts and jerseys.
https://www.instagram.com/youthgames_prod/
FBI(c)MAG
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It's a sophisticated media outlet that seems to be evolving the culture of soccer. The photos have an exceptionally cool feel, like a sophisticated fashion magazine. The articles are also interesting, as they give you a sense of the thoughts and backgrounds of the players and characters, rather than just articles that are just soccer trivia.
A pop-up featuring soccer uniforms is also being held.
https://www.instagram.com/fbicmag/
Culé
This account sells soccer uniforms through an online shop and pop-up shop. Clay means Barcelona fan.
https://www.instagram.com/cule_clothingstore/
Steez
They sell a wide range of second-hand sports clothing, including basketball, baseball, and soccer. They're particularly interesting because they have a lot of unusual second-hand clothing, such as T-shirts. They mainly operate as an online shop and pop-up stores. They also set up stalls at large second-hand clothing events, such as second-hand clothing festivals and VCM.
https://www.instagram.com/steez_vintagesports/
Libero football Club
A web shop selling soccer uniforms, bags, etc. The banner at the top of the page is of Beckenbauer, the libero.
https://www.instagram.com/libero___fc/
Secondhand clothing store RASHOMON
This online shop specializes in second-hand sportswear, not just soccer. It has a particularly large selection of jackets, jerseys, and tracksuits.
https://www.instagram.com/rashoomon_furugi/
OSGOOD
An online shop selling soccer, outdoor, and tech items. The city boy-style outfit examples are cool. When I was in the soccer club, there was a classmate who was suffering from Osgood-Schlatter disease.
https://www.instagram.com/osgood.store/
MODERN MATENRAW
An online shop that mainly sells soccer items, as well as tech and casual second-hand clothing. They also hold pop-ups in Shimokitazawa and other locations.
https://www.instagram.com/modern_matenraw/
Overseas soccer uniform specialty store
Famous for its classic British football shirts. One of the world's largest soccer uniform specialty stores. With stores in London and Manchester. The website has an online shop and also handles shipping to Japan. For more information on other overseas web shops, please click here.
Classic Football Shirts England
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This is probably one of the largest soccer uniform specialty stores in the world. They manage their inventory in an incredibly large warehouse, and it seems like there is no uniform that isn't there. They also store a large number of Match Worn uniforms that have actually been worn by players.
https://www.instagram.com/classicfootballshirts/
They have stores in London and Manchester in the UK. They also have an online shop on their website and can ship to Japan. They often have sales, such as 20% off, so be sure to check. I've shopped there many times myself, and my items have arrived via international shipping without any problems.
https://www.classicfootballshirts.co.uk/
There are three other similar stores in the UK that specialise in soccer uniforms. It's funny how they all have almost the same name.
CULT KITS
VINTAGE FootballShirts.com
https://www.vintagefootballshirts.com/
Classic Football kit
https://classicfootballkit.co.uk/
Les Vêtements de Football
The project "Les Vetements des Football" was born from NSS Magazine, a culture magazine from Milan, Italy. It means "football clothes" in French. It is a parody project, with parody fashion brand logos printed on old uniforms and other items. The parodied brand names are also interesting, including Comme des Garçons (Comme des Garçons), Dribble and Goal (Dolce & Gabbana), Gaultier (Cartier), Balenciagaul (Balenciaga), and Praderby (Prada).
Les Vêtements de Football | nss store
