Fans of the iconic anime and manga series One Piece can look forward to an exciting weekend as One Piece Day 2025 is set to take place on August 9-10, 2025, at the Tokyo International Exhibition Center. This year’s celebration promises a range of live events that will be streamed worldwide for free via the official English-language YouTube channel of One Piece.
The event has gained significant attention in recent years, serving as a platform to unveil new projects and developments within the franchise. Bandai Namco Entertainment confirmed that fans will be able to participate in the festivities from anywhere in the world, with simultaneous English interpretation available for most segments.
Event Schedule and Highlights
The schedule for One Piece Day 2025 has been released, detailing an action-packed lineup of events (in Japan Standard Time):
August 9 (Saturday)
– 17:00 – 20:00: 7th ONE PIECE Knowledge King Finals: Paramount War – Semi-Finals
August 10 (Sunday)
– 10:15: Opening Live Stage
– 10:30: Netflix Series “ONE PIECE” Special Stage
– 11:00: ONE PIECE News in ONE PIECE DAY’25 Part 1
– 12:00: ONE PIECE Card Game Special Stage
– 12:45: Egghead Arc Voice Actors’ Special Stage
– 14:15: ONE PIECE News in ONE PIECE DAY’25 Part 2
– 14:30: 7th ONE PIECE Knowledge King Finals: Paramount War – Finals
– 16:45: ONE PIECE DAY’25 Special Live
– 17:55: Event Closing
During the two-day event, attendees can anticipate a special stage dedicated to the Egghead Arc, featuring members of the voice cast. Prominent figures such as Akemi Okamura (Nami), Kappei Yamaguchi (Usopp), and Hiroaki Hirata (Sanji) will participate in live voice acting performances and share insights from their recording experiences.
Music enthusiasts will enjoy performances from artists like Hiroshi Kitadani, known for the beloved opening theme “We Are!” Additionally, Muque will perform the current ending theme, “The 1,” while CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE presents the new theme for the Egghead Arc, titled “PUNKS.”
Anticipated Announcements and Competitions
One of the highlights of One Piece Day 2025 includes the reveal of Season 2 for the live-action adaptation on Netflix, which has been generating buzz in anticipation of significant announcements. The event will also feature the “7th ONE PIECE Knowledge King Finals: Paramount War,” a quiz competition where fans will have the chance to demonstrate their knowledge of the series.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming weekend, fans are encouraged to prepare for a host of surprises. One Piece Day 2025 not only celebrates the franchise but also reinforces its global fanbase, creating a unique opportunity for engagement across cultures and communities.
With its blend of entertainment, competition, and exclusive reveals, One Piece Day 2025 promises to be a memorable event for fans worldwide.
