As a die-hard One Piece fan who has journeyed through the Grand Line with Luffy and his crew for over two decades, I can’t help but feel a mix of emotions as we approach the announcement of Franky’s successor. Kazuki Yao, the voice behind one of my favorite characters, has been an integral part of this epic adventure, and his decision to step away leaves a gap that only time will fill.
For over two and a half decades, the One Piece anime has kept its massive fanbase captivated. Departures of voice actors have always been a potential occurrence. Recently, it was announced that Kazuki Yao, who plays the character Franky, will be stepping down from his role soon. However, fans are optimistic that an equally talented actor will take over. Excitingly, we now know that the replacement for Yao will be unveiled on December 22nd, 2025, during Jump Festa’s Red Stage, as confirmed by the official One Piece account (formerly Twitter).
Amongst the much-awaited reveals slated for Jump Festa’s conclusion in 2024, which includes series like Jujutsu Kaisen, Dragon Ball, and others, One Piece takes center stage at Shueisha’s flagship event. A dignified ceremony will take place during the event, where Yao will officially step down from their role, as they announce a new cast member to take over. The Straw Hat crew won’t be left without a shipwright for long, as the cherished anime prepares to resume production after its hiatus, reemerging in Spring 2025.
Announcement of Cast Change: One Piece TV Anime
— ONE PIECE スタッフ【公式】/ Official (@Eiichiro_Staff) December 8, 2024
Kazuki Yao Hypes Up Franky Successor Announcement
Apart from sharing his thoughts about the staff change on One Piece, Kazuki Yao expressed them on X. Considering the extensive time and effort he invested in the series over the years, which has been a significant part of his long career in the anime industry, his decision was not taken lightly.
“I’ve found myself drifting away from the perfect image of Franky I had in mind, so I’ve chosen to take a break for now. On my X account via Oricon, I expressed my frustration and sadness, but apologized. However, there’s someone ready to take over the role! Be excited for JF on 12/22!
As a devoted fan, I echo Yao’s bittersweet emotions about relinquishing his role, acknowledging the necessity of a temporary absence. Yet, there’s a sparkle in my eyes as I contemplate who might inherit his role. With Yao’s faith and the dynamic team behind One Piece preparing to reveal the new lead at Jump Festa 2025, it’s clear that the Thousand Sunny is destined for capable hands. This interval offers fans ample time to prepare for a potential radiant future, particularly with the live-action adaptation of One Piece steadily introducing fresh cast members.
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2024-12-08 06:39