One Piece Announces New 2025 Timeslot for Anime's Return After Hiatus!

The One Piece anime is set to make its highly anticipated return in April 2025 after an extended hiatus, marking a significant milestone for the long-running series. This break, the first of its kind in over two decades, was announced earlier this fall. The hiatus allows the animation team to prepare for the continuation of the thrilling Egghead Arc and future storylines.

With its return, One Piece will also adopt a new broadcast time slot in Japan, as confirmed by recent announcements. Its previous Sunday time slot will be occupied by a new anime, To Be Hero X, set to premiere in April 2025. While One Piece’s exact new schedule remains under wraps, fans can expect further updates during Jump Festa 2025 later this month. This event will also reveal details about the replacement for Kazuki Yao, the voice of Franky, marking the first major cast change in over 20 years.

The shift in broadcast timing is expected to impact streaming schedules for viewers outside Japan, though the extent of these changes remains unclear. Toei Animation has assured fans that more specifics will be shared as the premiere date approaches.

One Piece Log: Fish-Man Island Saga

In the meantime, fans can enjoy the One Piece Log: Fish-Man Island Saga, a condensed remake of the Fish-Man Island arc. This 21-episode series features new openings and endings and will continue airing until the anime’s return. Additionally, older episodes of the series are available for streaming on platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll.

For manga enthusiasts, Eiichiro Oda’s ongoing One Piece manga is a great way to stay connected to the story. New chapters are released in Japan and can be read for free through Viz Media’s Shonen Jump library or Shueisha’s MangaPlus service.

With its return just a few months away, One Piece fans have plenty to look forward to as the series prepares for its next chapter.