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Someone please fly me to Japan to pick up a pair of these Ichiro Air Jordan 1's

By Chris Landers

Ichiro Suzuki retired from professional baseball back in March, but if you think that's made him any less of a globe-straddling icon, well, you and Michael Jordan are going to have some words. Behold, the Ichiro Air Jordan 1 player exclusive, now on sale in Tokyo:

Yes, airfare to Japan can be a little pricy. But consider: The high-tops. That sweet, sweet Mariners teal. The silhouette. Let's see how it compares:

Nailed it. It's a match 25 years in the making.

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