Universal Studios Japan will be holding the annual, highly popular limited-time event “ONE PIECE Premier Summer 2026,” themed after the TV anime ONE PIECE, from Thursday, July 30 to Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the park is delivering a special year full of festive excitement. For this special 25th anniversary summer, immerse yourself completely in the world of “ONE PIECE” with the “ONE PIECE Premier Summer,” an experience filled with overwhelming excitement and emotion. Laugh, cry, and go wild together with the Straw Hat Crew, and enjoy a time where you can freely express your emotions.
The Three Major Attractions of “ONE PIECE Premier Summer 2026” Are Here!
Experience the overwhelming quality and scale of three hugely popular attractions: the live entertainment show “ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026,” where the Straw Hat Crew’s bonds and courage, and their fierce battles for their friends and freedom, ignite the entire venue with excitement; the entertainment restaurant “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant,” where everyone’s heart will flutter at Sanji’s charming hospitality; and the coaster “ONE PIECE × Story Ride,” where you can dive into the story alongside Luffy and his friends and feel the thrill with your whole body.
Feel Your Heart Burn for Luffy and His Friends as They Fight for Their Friends and Freedom! The Overwhelmingly Exciting Live Show “ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026”
Since its first run in 2007, the “ONE PIECE Premier Show” has boasted high satisfaction every year. This year, the Kuja Pirates led by Hancock will appear before the Straw Hat Crew. Enjoy an original story you can only experience at the park, brought to life with the unique excitement of a live show. Feel the Straw Hat Crew’s courage and bonds in a “super-real” way, get thrilled by the powerful battles unfolding right before your eyes, and get swept up in the excitement with greetings that bring you closer to Luffy and his friends. Look forward to a heart-stirring experience where you can laugh, cry, and let your emotions run free.
- Event Period: Thursday, July 30 to Thursday, November 19, 2026 (84 performances in total)
Once per day / Some non-performance days - Time: Doors open at 18:15 / Show starts at 18:45 (approx. 80 minutes)
- Venue: WaterWorld
<“ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026” Ticket Information>
- Price: Adults [12 and over]: 3,000 yen (tax included) and up
- Children [Ages 4–11]: 2,000 yen (tax included) and up
- Where to Buy: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store, Lawson Ticket (WEB only)
- General Sales Start: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 12:00
- Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/ja/jp/events/onepiece/summer-2026/show
Details regarding the advance ticket sales for Universal Prime Annual Pass Grand Royal holders are scheduled to be announced on the official website on Friday, April 24.
* Tickets will be sold first through advance sales for Universal Prime Annual Pass Grand Royal holders, followed by Lawson Ticket pre-request, and then general sales.
* The above prices are per person and apply to both advance and same-day tickets.
* Children who are elementary school students, even if they are 12 years old, are eligible for the child price. Children aged 3 and under who do not require a seat are free.
* The price does not include Studio Pass (admission ticket).
* For details on event dates and tickets, please check the official website.
Enjoy Exquisite French Cuisine for Ladies! “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant” Opens Again This Year!
The ever-popular live entertainment restaurant “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant” is opening again this year. Sanji, the Straw Hat Crew’s passionate chef, will be serving guests with his signature hospitality. This year, Sanji has created a special menu to make the beautiful ladies shine even brighter. Hungry Luffy, Zoro, and even other characters connected to the Straw Hat Crew will appear, turning the restaurant into a lively scene! Savor Sanji’s exquisite French cuisine, filled with love!
* “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant” tickets will be sold first through advance sales for Universal Prime Annual Pass Grand Royal holders, followed by a lottery sale.
- Event Period: Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, November 19, 2026, approximately 85 minutes per session, with seat turnover
- Venue: Lombard’s Landing™
* The take-home sweets “Melorin Love Sweets for the Ladies” can only be pre-ordered when purchasing tickets for “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant.” Please note that they will not be available for purchase on the day of the event.
* Quantities are limited. Sales will end once the allotted number for each session is reached.
* Menu items are subject to change without notice.
<“Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant” Ticket Information>
- Price: Adults [12 and over]: 7,000 yen (tax included)
Children [ages 4–11]: 2,600 yen (tax included) - Sales Location: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store
- Sales Method: Lottery
- Lottery Entry Starts: Monday, May 25, 2026, from 12:00
- Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/ja/jp/events/onepiece/summer-2026/sanji
Details regarding advance ticket sales for Universal Prime Annual Pass Grand Royal holders are scheduled to be announced on the official website on Friday, April 24.
*Advance ticket sales for “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant” will first be available to Universal Prime Annual Pass Grand Royal holders, followed by a lottery sale, and then general sales.
*For information on event dates, show times, lottery procedures, and ticket details, please check the official website.
*Children who are elementary school students, even if they are 12 years old, qualify for the child price.
*Studio Pass (admission ticket) prices are not included.
Get “Super Excited” with Luffy and Friends on an Adventure & Thrilling Ride! “ONE PIECE × Story Ride”
“Hollywood Dream – The Ride,” a hugely popular roller coaster where you can choose your favorite BGM and enjoy exhilarating thrills and a sense of freedom, is collaborating with “ONE PIECE”! Immerse yourself in an original adventure story with the Straw Hat Crew and enjoy a dynamic, thrilling coaster experience.
- Event Period: Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Location: Hollywood Dream – The Ride
- Attraction Type: Story Ride
*This experience is not available on “Hollywood Dream – The Ride: Backdrop.”
Further details on attractions, restaurants, and the latest information on original food and merchandise for “ONE PIECE Premier Summer 2026” will be announced as they become available. Please look forward to it.
“Universal VIP Experience Group Tour” Now Featuring a Special “ONE PIECE” Version
The “Universal VIP Experience Group Tour,” where you can fully enjoy the park without worrying about wait times thanks to a dedicated guide, will offer two special VIP tours exclusive to “ONE PIECE Premier Summer 2026.” Enjoy the festive atmosphere of the park’s 25th anniversary and the world of “ONE PIECE” available only this summer with a premium, “super exciting” experience just for tour participants.
“Universal VIP Experience Group Tour – 25th Anniversary Special with ONE PIECE Premier Show”
This special 25th anniversary VIP tour includes front-row S seats for the limited-time “ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026”!
- Price: Adults [12 and up] ¥22,000~ (tax included) / Children [ages 4–11] ¥20,500~ (tax included)
- Sales Location: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store
- Sales Start: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 12:00
*Children who are elementary school students, even if they are 12 years old, qualify for the child price. Free for children age 3 and under who do not require a seat.
*Studio Pass (admission ticket) prices are not included.
*For ticket details, please check the official website.
“Universal VIP Experience Group Tour – ONE PIECE Premier Show & Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant Set”
This complete fan tour includes not only the “ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026” but also the ever-popular “Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant.”
- Price: Adults [12 and up] ¥34,900~ (tax included) / Children [ages 4–11] ¥32,900~ (tax included)
- Sales Location: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store
- Sales Start: Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 12:00
*Children who are elementary school students, even if they are 12 years old, qualify for the child price. Free for children age 3 and under who do not require a seat.
*Studio Pass (admission ticket) prices are not included.
*For ticket details, please check the official website.
The author is Eiichiro Oda. Serialization began in Weekly Shonen Jump, issue 34, released on July 22, 1997, and celebrated its 25th anniversary in July 2022. Volume 1 of the manga was released on December 24, 1997. The first print run of Volume 57, released on March 4, 2010, set a record for the highest initial print run in Japanese publishing history at 3 million copies (at the time), and has maintained a first print run of 3 million copies to this day. Volume 67, released on August 3, 2012, broke its own record with a first print run of 4.05 million copies. As of March 4, 2026, the total worldwide circulation of the manga has surpassed 600 million copies (with over 450 million copies in Japan and over 150 million copies overseas). The TV anime began airing on the Fuji TV network in 1999 and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024. The Elbaf Arc will begin airing on April 5, 2026. The live-action drama adaptation of "ONE PIECE," exclusively distributed worldwide on Netflix, will release its second season starting March 10, 2026.
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Universal Studios Japan is part of the Comcast NBCUniversal Group. Universal Studios Japan has established itself as a major landmark in the entertainment and leisure industry, attracting numerous guests not only from within Japan but also from overseas. The park offers world-class entertainment, including authentic attractions and shows themed on not only popular Hollywood movies but also globally renowned Japanese anime and other entertainment brands, as well as seasonal events that guests can fully enjoy. Through unforgettable experiences of “super excitement and super emotion” found only here, every guest can break out of their shell and feel truly energized in this special place.
Since its opening in 2001, the park has continued to innovate. "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" has gained immense popularity, while "The Flying Dinosaur," a groundbreaking flying coaster that soars through the entire Jurassic Park area, and "Minion Mayhem Ride," where guests can enjoy the unpredictable antics of the Minions in the hugely popular "Minion Park," are just a few examples. In "Super Nintendo World," themed on Nintendo’s game universe, guests can unleash their playful instincts with an unprecedented interactive experience. Universal Studios Japan continues to deliver world-class entertainment and is constantly evolving and growing. In 2026, the park will celebrate its 25th anniversary with the theme “Discover U!!!,” offering a special year where “a new you you’ve never known will come alive” through the power of 25 years’ worth of thrilling entertainment.
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