Toei Animation’s celebrated One Piece anime thrilled fans at Jump Festa with announcements about new projects, including films and the return of the TV series, which has been on pause since October.
Jump Festa 2025’s Super Stage RED brought emotional moments for fans, staying true to One Piece’s enduring themes of adventure.
One piece anime egghead (Photo: One Piece/Toei Animation)Longtime voice actor Kazuki Yao, who portrayed Franky for nearly two decades, passed the torch to Subaru Kimura. Known for his work in The First Slam Dunk as Hanamichi Sakuragi and Jujutsu Kaisen as Aoi Todo, Kimura will take on the iconic role.
The series is set to resume on April 6, 2025. A trailer and a heartfelt message from Eiichiro Oda accompany this announcement.
One Piece Announces Anime Series Return Release Date With Special New Trailer
Returning to screens on April 6, 2025, at 11:15 p.m. JST, One Piece will feature a new time slot for the first time in nearly 20 years.
Oda expressed enthusiasm for the franchise’s future, emphasizing a commitment to expanding its reach through manga, anime, films, and live-action adaptations.
He encouraged fans to look forward to upcoming announcements and a TV series more attuned to modern audiences.
One Piece Replaces Long-Time Voice Actor for Franky as Kazuki Yao Steps Down
In his message, Oda extended gratitude to Yao, who began voicing Franky in 2005 and also contributed as Jango and Bon Clay. Yao cited health concerns as his reason for stepping down, sharing appreciation for the team, his fans, and his family.
Subaru Kimura, who voiced a younger Buggy in 2021, will take over. With a career spanning from the mid-2000s, Kimura is also recognized for roles in Doraemon, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Suicide Squad Isekai.
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One Piece Streaming and Synopsis
Streaming platforms Crunchyroll and Netflix carry One Piece, with Crunchyroll offering episodes shortly after broadcast.
The series follows Monkey D. Luffy, a spirited pirate with rubber-like powers, on his journey to claim the legendary treasure known as the One Piece.
As he explores the Grand Line, he recruits a diverse crew, forging unbreakable bonds and chasing dreams alongside his companions.