Released back in 1996, The Air Jordan 12 was the first Jordan in the series to feature Zoom Air. The Air Jordan 12 got its inspiration from two sources: The Japanese flag and a women’s shoe design from the 19th century called “Nisshoki”. From the Japanese Rising Sun flag, it borrowed the sun rays and put on the Air Jordan 12. Tinker Hatfield, who designed some of the most beloved Air Jordan sneakers, created the Jordan 12.