Nike Ekiden Katana
Discover the new colorways of the Katana edition of the Alphafly, Vaporfly and Vomero in honor of the famous Japanese relay race – Nike Ekiden Katana edition!
NIKE AIR ZOOM ALPHAFLY NEXT% 3 KATANA
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 3 Katana is a high-performance marathon running shoe offering maximum energy return thanks to its carbon plate, ZoomX foam and Air Zoom units. Ideal for advanced runners, it optimizes propulsion and running economy over long distances.
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NIKE VAPORFLY NEXT% 4 KATANA
Nike Vaporfly Next% 4 Katana is lightweight and reactive, designed for road competition from 5 km to the marathon. Its carbon plate and ZoomX foam ensure maximum speed and excellent transition, perfect for beating your personal records.
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NIKE VOMERO PLUS KATANA
Nike Vomero Plus Katana is comfortable and versatile, ideal for regular training and long runs. Its generous cushioning and stability make it a go-to ally for running with peace of mind, whatever the distance.
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What you need to know about the Nike Katana collection
What you need to know about the Nike Katana collection
The Nike Katana collection draws inspiration from Japanese running heritage, particularly the Ekiden culture, an iconic relay race. It stands out with its bold design, often marked by the "Volt" colorway, and the integration of Nike's best technologies such as ZoomX foam and carbon plates.
This collection includes several high-performance models such as the Nike Alphafly, Nike Vaporfly and Nike Vomero, suitable for both training and competition, combining innovation, speed and strong visual identity.
What is the Hakone Ekiden race?
The Hakone Ekiden is a famous Japanese relay race connecting Tokyo to Hakone, with over 100 years of history. It stretches over more than 200 km and takes place over two days.
Held annually on January 2 and 3, it is broadcast on Nippon TV, a major channel in Japan, and attracts nearly 30% of the national audience during the event.
The competition features 21 elite university teams. Among the most iconic, Aoyama Gakuin University has distinguished itself by winning the title several times, including a recent 7th victory.
This race embodies team spirit, endurance and tradition, values that directly inspire the Nike Ekiden Katana collection.