Rumored: Yuto Horigome x Nike SB Air Force 1 Laser
Japanese skateboarder Yuto Horigome's second Nike SB Air Force 1 collaboration is emerging with a laser-etched execution featuring cherry blossom-inspired graphics and personal design touches. The pair, rumored to be capped at 1,000 units, is expected to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027.
By Ava Rodriguez
A Second Horigome Frame
The Japanese skateboarder's partnership with Nike SB continues to deepen beyond his initial grey Air Force 1, arriving Holiday 2026. This follow-up iteration pivots toward a more intricate design language, leaning into etched detailing that gives the shoe its "Laser" designation—a naming convention Nike has applied across a broader collection including Jordan 3 and Air Force 1 iterations this cycle.
Design Details
The upper balances a clean white and red palette with the precision of laser-etched artwork, where floral motifs and cherry blossom-inspired graphics are burned directly into the leather and mesh. This technique transforms the forefoot and heel into curated canvases without overwhelming the silhouette's fundamental geometry.
Horigome's personal imprint runs throughout. His lucky number seven appears on the left heel tab in Old English script, a recurring signature across his collaborative work. The midsole swaps the standard "Air" branding for "Yuto," while Japanese characters detail the tongue. Custom insoles and metal lace dubraes complete the layering of specificity.
The upper construction relies on nubuck and mesh—the same material pairing as his preceding Air Force 1—ensuring tonal consistency across his SB line with Nike.
Production & Scarcity
Unconfirmed sourcing suggests production could be extremely limited, with whispers pointing to just 1,000 pairs globally. If accurate, this would position the "Laser" as considerably harder to secure than standard collaborative releases, particularly given the skate community's appetite for Horigome's work and the detailed customization involved in execution.
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Release Info
A confirmed release date remains unannounced. Current expectations point to late 2026 or early 2027, aligning the shoe within Nike's broader "Laser" campaign. The style code IU3766-100 has surfaced in early materials, with retail pricing expected at $125.
FAQs
When does the Yuto Horigome Nike SB Air Force 1 Laser release?
The exact date has not been confirmed, though sources point to a late 2026 or early 2027 window. A formal announcement from Nike SB is pending.
How limited is this release?
Production is rumored to be capped at 1,000 pairs globally, though this remains unconfirmed. If accurate, availability would be highly restricted.
What retailers will carry the Yuto Horigome Nike SB Air Force 1 Laser?
Retailer details have not been disclosed. Historically, Nike SB collaborations of this caliber release through select skate-focused accounts and Nike's direct channels.
Release Info
Availability: Expected late 2026 / early 2027 (unconfirmed)
Retail Price: $125
Style Code: IU3766-100
Where to Buy: TBA
