If you’re a One Piece fan, make sure to mark April 6th, 2025, on your calendar! After a six-month hiatus, the One Piece anime is finally returning, and that’s not all—a brand-new manga chapter will also be released the same day. With exciting plot developments, a major voice actor change, and intense storylines ahead, this will be one of the most thrilling days for One Piece fans this year.
The One Piece Anime Returns With Episode 1123
After going on a break in October 2024, One Piece’s anime is set to return with Episode 1123. However, the broadcast time has changed—instead of its previous 9:30 a.m. JST slot, the anime will now air at 11:15 p.m. JST.
While fans were waiting, Toei Animation released a remastered version of the Fish-Man Island Arc, condensing the story into 21 episodes while improving pacing and removing unnecessary scenes. Now, with the Egghead Incident Arc continuing, fans can expect stunning animation, intense battles, and major story reveals.
One Piece Manga Chapter 1145 Will Also Drop on April 6th
As long as there are no unexpected breaks, One Piece Chapter 1145 is expected to release on April 6th, aligning with the anime’s return. Fans can anticipate a major cliffhanger, especially since Eiichiro Oda loves ending chapters on suspenseful moments before a break.
The manga’s Elbaf Arc has already taken a dramatic turn with the Holy Knights making their move. The next few chapters promise massive plot twists, new villains, and shocking revelations as the Final Saga unfolds.
A New Voice Actor for Franky
One major change in the One Piece anime will be the voice actor for Franky. Kazuki Yao, who has voiced the character for years, retired in December 2024 due to health reasons. During Jump Festa 2025, he officially passed the role to Subaru Kimura, known for voicing Aoi Todo (Jujutsu Kaisen), Satori Tendou (Haikyuu!!), and Pesci (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure).
Kimura was handpicked by Yao himself, giving fans confidence that Franky’s iconic voice and personality will be in good hands.
What’s Coming Next in One Piece?
The Egghead Incident Arc will showcase some of the most intense moments in One Piece so far:
- Luffy’s battle against the Five Elders
- Kuma’s emotional backstory
- Vegapunk’s world-changing broadcast about the Void Century
Meanwhile, in the manga’s Elbaf Arc, the story is diving deeper into:
- The mysterious Holy Knights, One Piece’s strongest antagonists
- The origins of Nika
- More shocking truths about the Void Century
With both the anime and manga delivering major story moments, April 6th is shaping up to be a monumental day for One Piece fans worldwide. Don’t miss it!
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