New episodes of the anime series One Piece will be released later this year, and fans can expect major updates about the upcoming Elbaph Arc very soon. The anime recently finished adapting the Egghead Arc, and this has led to a change in how new episodes are released. Instead of weekly releases, One Piece will now follow a seasonal schedule, starting with the Elbaph Arc this spring.
The upcoming One Piece: Elbaph Arc will premiere new episodes in April, but we’ve only seen a short preview so far. Luckily, more information is on the way! The creators have announced a new update about the arc – and a new One Piece anime spinoff – will be revealed during a presentation at AnimeJapan 2026 on March 28th in Japan. Details about the announcement can be found below.
One Piece: Elbaph Arc Anime Update Confirmed for AnimeJapan 2026
Don’t miss out! New information about the Elbaf arc and the HEROINES will be revealed at the #AnimeJapan 2026 One Piece stage! Tickets with stage access applications are available for pre-sale until February 5th at 11:59 PM, and applications are due February 6th at 6:00 PM. Make sure to apply for both! Find more details here: #ONEPIECE
— ONE PIECE スタッフ【公式】/ Official (@Eiichiro_Staff) February 4, 2026
The next installment of One Piece, focusing on the Elbaph Arc, will be previewed at AnimeJapan 2026 this March. This timing coincides with its scheduled premiere on April 5th as part of the Spring 2026 anime season. This announcement comes with a significant change to the anime’s release schedule. After nearly 30 years of weekly episodes, One Piece will now release 26 episodes annually, divided into two parts.
The creators of the One Piece anime have announced a new production schedule of 26 episodes per year, which will significantly change the way the series is adapted. They plan to cover at least one chapter of the original manga per episode, resulting in a pace that closely matches Eiichiro Oda’s storytelling. This new approach means the anime will be more dynamic and its yearly progress will be less predictable than before.
What to Expect From One Piece: Elbaph Arc
The Elbaph arc in One Piece is reaching a crucial point in the manga. While it’s unknown how much longer this story will continue, the anime adaptation likely won’t reach this part until at least 2027. Because the arc is so substantial, especially with its large flashback sequences, there’s still a significant amount of material for the anime to cover.
Fans have a lot to look forward to from One Piece this year! In addition to a new anime spin-off called One Piece: Heroines, the popular live-action series is returning to Netflix with a second season this March, and a third season is already being planned. A new movie is also in development, with a release date to be announced soon. It’s going to be a busy year for One Piece fans!
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