New Steel Ball Run Apparel Collection Launches as Anime Debuts on Netflix
A new line of apparel based on JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run has officially gone on sale.
The “Steel Ball Run JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure T-Shirt Collection” features a variety of stylish garments inspired by the hit anime adaptation, which first aired exclusively on Netflix on March 19, 2026.
The Steel Ball Run arc represents a bold reboot for the long-running JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise, shifting the action to an alternate universe in the late 19th century.
Written and illustrated by Hirohiko Araki, this critically acclaimed storyline centers on a grueling 6,000-kilometer horseback race across the United States.
Competitors brave treacherous terrain, supernatural abilities known as Stands, and deadly rivals to claim a fifty million dollar grand prize.
The arc focuses on the unlikely partnership between paraplegic former jockey Johnny Joestar and the enigmatic Neapolitan executioner Gyro Zeppeli.
Throughout their journey, they cross paths with a wide array of formidable opponents, including the ambitious British jockey Diego Brando and the determined Native American runner Sandman.
Behind the scenes, the eccentric promoter Stephen Steel and his courageous young wife, Lucy Steel, navigate a dark conspiracy surrounding the event.
Fans can now wear the striking artwork of the series thanks to this range of officially licensed apparel that features several of the most popular characters.
Let’s take a look at all of the T-Shirts that are now available to order!
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Johnny Joestar)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Gyro Zeppeli)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Diego Brando)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Lucy Steel)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Stephen Steel)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
- Steel Ball Run T-Shirt (Sandman)
- Price: 4,400 yen (approx. £23 GBP / $29 USD).
Each 100% cotton T-Shirt features a luxurious oversized print showcasing the respective character and the designs are accented with stylish colored glitter to create a unique artistic finish.
The apparel line is available in a wide range of sizes, from S all the way up to XXXL.
Online pre-orders for the Steel Ball Run T-Shirt range opened on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Reservations will be accepted through the Bandai Fashion Collection shop via Premium Bandai until Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 11:00 PM JST.
Online orders are currently scheduled to begin shipping out to customers in May 2026.
The T-Shirts will be produced in strictly limited quantities, so fans will need to be quick to place their orders to avoid missing out.
Bandai has also revealed two other Steel Ball Run merchandise lines, with the first being a perfect replica of Johnny Joestar’s beanie hat.
They will also be launching a range of officially licensed Steel Ball Run jewelry, which features pieces inspired by Johnny and Gyro.
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