The anime One Piece has received a new official trailer highlighting the Elbaf arc, as well as confirming its theme songs. The series returns after a three-month hiatus, with its premiere scheduled for April 5th on Crunchyroll , as announced at the AnimeJapan 2026 event.
Furthermore, the new arc brings new additions to the cast. Voice actor Yuichi Nakamura will voice the character Loki . The opening theme will be "Luminous," performed by AiNA THE END , while the ending theme will be "Sono Mirai," by the band 36km/h.
The Elbaf arc marks another stage in the journey of Monkey D. Luffy , the protagonist created by Eiichiro Oda. One Piece is an adventure manga published by Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since 1997, following pirates in search of the legendary treasure One Piece.
Starting in 2026, the anime will adopt a new schedule. The series will be divided into two parts per year, with up to 26 episodes annually. This change aims to improve the pacing of the adaptation, bringing the narrative even closer to the original material.
One Piece production seeks greater fidelity
With over 26 years on the air, One Piece has cemented its place in global pop culture. The franchise has surpassed 510 million copies of the manga in circulation worldwide, in addition to films, games, and various licensed products.
Among recent highlights, the One Piece Film Red movie grossed over 20 billion yen in Japan. The new series plan reinforces the commitment to delivering a more consistent and detailed adaptation.
Finally, the Elbaf promises to expand the universe of the work even further. For more anime , follow AnimeNews and stay up-to-date on upcoming premieres and updates.