The animation production for "ONE PIECE" will begin a new story phase after the current Egghead saga. The Elbaf saga starts in April 2026.

Between January and March 2026, the series will pause for production work. In this preparation phase, the implementation for the upcoming narrative phase will be optimized.

The production announces a changed implementation strategy. In the future, one chapter of the source material will be adapted per episode. The maximum number of episodes per year will be limited to 26 episodes.

A first key visual for the Elbaf saga has been released. Additionally, designs for the new clothing styles of the Straw Hat crew have appeared.

Parallel to this, character designs for the animation production "ONE PIECE HEROINES" were revealed. This is based on a novel series and shows female characters like Nami and Nico Robin.

At a film festival, a stage event for the series "Koisuru One Piece" will take place. The voice actor Hiroshi Kitadani will be present as a guest.

The mini music collection "KoiPi" with songs from the series will be released on November 24th. The release will be in digital form.