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Q: Why are the Jordan 12 called taxis?

They are dubbed the Taxis, as the arch area and outsole feature a black and yellow portion, reminiscent of NYC taxi cabs. The shoe itself has some history behind it, as it was inspired by the Nisshoki, which is the Japanese rising sun flag, as well as a 19th century womens dress boot.

A Jordan favourite from later in MJ's career, the 'Taxi' colourway is one of the silhouettes most recognisable guises. The show was inspired by the Nisshoki and women's dress boots and is finished in a premium leather with lizard embossed overlays, resulting in the 12 at its best.

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Fresh off the heels of the highly anticipated return of the Air Jordan 12 Retro “Playoff,” Jordan Brand is set to keep the AJ 12 busy throughout the rest of 2022. With a “Hyper Royal” women’s edition and “Stealth” colorway already confirmed, you can add another pair to the list. Debuting this holiday season is the all-new Air Jordan 12 Retro “Black Taxi.”

Now when you think of taxi and the Air Jordan 12, you think of the original white and black colorway that is one of the most coveted pairs of all time. While we are still awaiting a proper retro of the AJ 12 “Taxi,” we did get the “Royalty” edition in 2021 to tide us over. Now, “Taxi” returns to the Air Jordan 12 with a new iteration. Known as the “Black Taxi” edition, this pair is similar to the Air Jordan 12 Retro “The Master” that was released back in 2016. Featuring a completely blacked-out design with taxi yellow accents in place of white.

The Air Jordan 12 Retro Black Taxi was originally set to release on October 15th, 2022. After a few delays, they will now release on December 3rd. It will drop at Nike as well as select Jordan Brand retailers in-store and online. Coming in full-family sizing, retail is set at $200 for men. Keep it locked to our Twitter and Mobile App to stay up to date on future releases.

The Air Jordan XII was originally released in 1996. Like many Air Jordan sneakers, its design inspiration came from outside the world of basketball. In this case, it was the Japanese Rising Sun flag, with the stitching on the side panels representing the sun's rays. The Air Jordan XII was also the first Air Jordan to feature Zoom Air technology and sport the "TWO 3" style on the tongue. Because of its extreme popularity, the Air Jordan XII has been re-released several times and is now available in an array of colors.

While we are only in the middle of Holiday 2022, today we have are first word on what to expect from Jordan Brand for Fall 2023. Numerous Air Jordan Retro releases are slated to drop between July-September. We can expect to see the Air Jordan 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12 and 13, in new and old colorways. Included in this list are the returns of the Air Jordan 5 Retro "Burgundy," Air Jordan 7 Retro "Chambray," and the Air Jordan 8 Retro "Playoff."

While the AJ 5 "Burgundy" was rumored to drop in 2023 earlier this year, we now have a specific date after it was missing from Jordan Brand's Spring and Summer Collections. With 2023 being the 30th Anniversary of the AJ 8, it only makes sense that we get some kind of retro drop, and lucky for us all, it's the return of the "Playoffs!" Alongside them, the Air Jordan 7 Retro "Chambray" is confirmed for a comeback, previously released in 2006. In addition, plenty of new colorways across various classic Air Jordan silhouettes will be released as well, including the Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG "Black Toe," the women's exclusive Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG "UNC To Chi," and the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "University Blue Toe."

Expect to see all the Air Jordan Retros mentioned above and below to release throughout Fall 2023. They will launch at Nike as well as at select Jordan retailers both in-store and online. Check out our Jordan release calendar, and keep it locked to our Twitter and Mobile App to stay up to date on future releases.

Ready for more 2023 Jordan Release Dates? Trusted sneaker release source @zsneakerheadz just dropped an iceberg of info on us, reiterating some drops that were revealed earlier this year and introducing some new digs for the months of August, September, and October 2022.

A point of emphasis is made on the Air Jordan 2, a silhouette that will see more than twenty releases in its various forms. The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG will shine once again in Fall 2023, with a handbag-inspired “Praline” colorway for women and a “Palomino” with classic “Bred” style color-blocking. The AJKO Low, recently revealed as part of the Union Los Angeles collaboration, will be a fixture in the Fall, as will the Air Jordan 1 Low OG – a mainstay in the Jordan Brand line-up.

Some familiar releases of the past will make a return as well; the original Air Jordan 8 “Playoffs” will finally be back with its OG red heel-tab, while popular Retros from the mid-late 2000s – the Air Jordan 5 “Burgundy” and the Air Jordan 7 “Chambray” will find its way back to store shelves.

See the full rundown of the Jordan drops for Fall 2023 below, and don’t forget to scroll through the complete Jordan Spring 2023 rundown as well.

Why are the Jordan 12 called taxis?

They are dubbed the Taxi's, as the arch area and outsole feature a black and yellow portion, reminiscent of NYC taxi cabs. The shoe itself has some history behind it, as it was inspired by the Nisshoki, which is the Japanese rising sun flag, as well as a 19th century women's dress boot.

How can you tell if taxi 12s are fake?

Check the style number, usually 9 digits, matches that found on the box. New Jordan 12's will have a Jumpman logo neatly embroided into the tongue. Check the colour of the Jumpman logo is correct for the colourway of the shoe. New Jordan 12's feature metal lace hooks with Jumpman logos embossed into the metal.

When did the Jordan 12 Retro royalty taxi come out?

Air Jordan 12 Royalty Release Date Look for the Air Jordan 12 “Royalty” to release on November 13th at select retailers and StockX. The retail price tag is set at $190 USD.

When was the last time the taxi 12s come out?

Last time this color scheme released was 1996. The Air Jordan 12 (XII) Retro Taxi Countdown Pack received its nickname from the color way: White / Black – Taxi. Due to limited quantities, the Air Jordan 12 (XII) Retro Taxi Countdown Pack sold out within a day, and some locations when doors opened.

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