The Tribute to Japan soccer ball was created by round21 and artist Jayson Atienza after studying the sport from a worldwide perspective. This limited-edition soccer ball, which is a part of the Passport Series, was inspired by the colors of the Japanese flag and the artist's distinctive visual language. As a result, the soccer ball stands in for national pride in the global game.

Jayson Atienza—born in the Philippines and raised in New Jersey— has lived overseas throughout his career, which gives him a unique perspective on how sport impacts cultures differently around the world.