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One Piece creator keeps delaying the inevitable and doesn't think the manga will end until at least 2030
One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda has indicated that the manga is expected to conclude around 2030, suggesting at least four more years of serialization. Oda also provided updates on upcoming One Piece projects, including a remake series for Netflix slated for January 2027 and a new movie in 2029.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Finally Has A Release Date, And Netflix Has More Anime On The Way
Netflix has announced an October 20 release date for the second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, a popular anime spin-off of CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077. The streaming service also revealed release windows for other upcoming anime series, including Blue Eye Samurai Season 2, Lego One Piece, Bass X Machina, Sakamoto Days Season 2, Fool Night, and The One Piece.
Bandai Namco reports record Q1 FY27 sales and profit driven by Toys and Hobby segment
Bandai Namco Entertainment reported record sales and profit for its first quarter of fiscal year 2027, primarily driven by its Toys and Hobby segment. This segment accounted for two-thirds of sales and 80 percent of operating profit, with strong performances from properties like Gundam, One Piece, and Dragon Ball. The company also confirmed receiving a tariff refund, similar to Nintendo's recent financial report.
The One Piece anime remake that streamlines 50 chapters into seven episodes was supposed to be even shorter
The director of Netflix's upcoming One Piece anime remake, Masashi Koizuka, revealed that the seven-episode series was initially planned to be even shorter than its current 300-minute runtime. Koizuka stated that he wanted to include many beloved elements, leading to the extended length. The remake aims to retell the beginning of the story, covering the first 50 chapters of the manga, in a way that is accessible to new fans while still offering something for existing ones, following advice from creator Eiichiro Oda to express their own interpretation rather than simply copy the original work.
Japanese trading card shop is offering a bounty to anyone who can capture its robber "alive"
A trading card shop in Gifu, Japan, is offering a 1 million yen reward for the capture of a robber who stole Pokemon and One Piece cards. The owner posted surveillance footage and specified the bounty is for bringing the perpetrator in alive. This incident highlights the high value of trading cards in Japan and the measures being taken to combat theft and scalping.
One Piece Theory: Is Imu Actually a Parrot – And Was Joyboy the First "Monkey D."? | Gamedoper
A fan theory suggests that the mysterious One Piece character Imu might be a parrot, with the name 'Imu' being close to the Japanese word for parrot ('ōmu'). This theory also connects Imu to Joyboy, proposing they represent two opposing forces from 800 years ago, with Joyboy's legacy potentially continuing through Monkey D. Luffy. The theory draws on various details within the series, such as character names, speech patterns, missing pirate symbols, and visual cues.
One Piece Chapter 1189: Luffy vs. Imu Finally Begins — Release Date & What to Expect | Gamedoper
One Piece Chapter 1189 is set to release on July 26, 2026, marking the beginning of the highly anticipated fight between Luffy and Imu. The chapter will be available on Shueisha's MANGA Plus, Viz Media, and Shonen Jump+. There is speculation about a potential break in the release schedule following this chapter, possibly due to production on the Netflix live-action adaptation's third season.
Round1 announces One Piece collaboration — MP3s & NPCs
Round1 is launching a major collaboration with the anime series One Piece starting July 18, running through October 17. This event, the first of its kind to be held concurrently in Japan and the United States, will feature themed activities, exclusive merchandise like plush toys and figures, and special food and beverage offerings across 159 stores.
One Piece season 3 celebrates end of production with cast photo featuring new series regular Vivi
Netflix's live-action One Piece season 3 has officially wrapped production, with a new cast photo released featuring the main Straw Hat crew and new series regular Vivi. The upcoming season will adapt the Alabasta arc and is expected to premiere around Spring 2027. Several new cast members have been promoted to series regulars, including Joe Manganiello as Sir Crocodile.
G2 Launches Limited-Edition Capsule with One Piece, Turning One of the Biggest Anime in the World, into Wearable Streetwear
G2 Esports has launched a limited-edition streetwear capsule collection in collaboration with the anime phenomenon One Piece. The collection, inspired by Monkey D. Luffy's Gear 5, features understated black and white designs and will be available exclusively on G2's online store starting June 25th. This partnership aims to blend esports culture with anime and fashion.
Move over, Luffy – an all-girl One Piece special is heading to Netflix this July, focusing on Nami and Robin
Netflix has announced that the One Piece Heroines special, focusing on Nami and Robin, will be released worldwide on July 11. The special adapts stories from the One Piece novel Heroines, with Nami's segment revolving around a fashion designer and her new shoes. This release follows the announcement of a new live-action One Piece series remake.
The One Piece remake won't recast Luffy, as iconic voice actor says "it has truly renewed my spirit"
The upcoming One Piece remake will feature the original voice actor for Monkey D. Luffy, Mayumi Tanaka. Tanaka expressed that the decision has renewed her spirit, indicating her continued dedication to the iconic role.
Luffy and the Straw Hats get a modern makeover in first trailer for The One Piece anime remake
Netflix has released the first trailer for its upcoming anime remake of The One Piece, produced by Studio Wit. The remake will adapt the first 50 chapters of Eiichiro Oda's manga, the East Blue Arc, across seven episodes totaling five hours, with a release planned for February 2027. The trailer showcases a modernized animation and art style for the classic story of Monkey D. Luffy's quest for the pirate treasure.
Anime Heroes One Piece Gear 5 Luffy Action Figure Is a Little Bendy
The Bandai Namco Anime Heroes One Piece Gear 5 Luffy action figure is a budget-friendly collectible, priced between $19.99 and $23.99, offering basic representation of the character. While the paint job is decent for its price point, the figure suffers from limited articulation and difficulty maintaining poses due to its rubberized limbs and lack of traditional joints, making it less expressive than higher-end alternatives like the SH Figuarts version.
Bandai Namco and Kairosoft announce One Piece: Grand Gourmet for Switch 2, Switch, PC, iOS, and Android
Bandai Namco and Kairosoft have announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a restaurant management simulation game set in the One Piece universe. The game will be released on October 23 for Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, and Android. Players will work with the Straw Hat Crew to manage the Baratie restaurant, create unique menus, and customize the interior.
Hideo Kojima recommended Norman Reedus his "favorite" anime, and it sounds like The Walking Dead actor wants…
Norman Reedus revealed that Hideo Kojima recommended the anime Chainsaw Man to him, calling it his favorite. Reedus, who has a production company, sought out the manga in Tokyo with an eye towards a potential live-action adaptation. He also mentioned watching Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc and that a second season of the anime is planned.
One Piece anime introduces The Knights of God in new trailer
The One Piece anime has released a new trailer introducing the Knights of God, elite forces of the World Government, as part of the Elbaph Arc adaptation. The trailer also reveals voice actors for Saint Gunko, Saint Sommers, and Saint Killingham, alongside Kenjiro Tsuda as Saint Shamrock.
Bitsummit 2026 showed Japanese indies pursuing a new multimedia model, backed by major entertainment firms | Opinion
Major Japanese entertainment companies like TOEI, Shueisha, and Aniplex are increasingly investing in independent games to cultivate new intellectual property for multimedia expansion. Events like Bitsummit showcase this shift, where indie developers are supported by established firms seeking global IP potential beyond traditional media. This strategy aims to leverage Japan's cultural soft power and create revenue streams across games, anime, merchandise, and more.
One Piece Night returns to Dodgers Stadium this July — MP3s & NPCs
The Los Angeles Dodgers are hosting their annual One Piece Night on July 2nd during their game against the San Diego Padres. The event will feature pregame activities, a ceremonial first pitch, a postgame drone show, and giveaways for the first 40,000 fans. This collaboration between the Dodgers and Toei Animation celebrates the popular anime series One Piece.
Winners of the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards
The 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards ceremony, held in Tokyo, celebrated the best of the anime industry. My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON won Anime of the Year, while Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle secured multiple awards, including Film of the Year. The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 also received four accolades, including Best Drama and Best Director.
