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Universal Studios Japan will be holding the 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. In this news release, we will provide the latest information, including details about the attractions and visuals.
This year’s “ONE PIECE Premier Summer” offers an incredibly moving and thrilling experience where you can meet Luffy and the Straw Hat Crew, who fight with all their might for their friends and freedom, and fully immerse yourself in the world of “ONE PIECE.”
At the “ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026,” not only will you enjoy the familiar guest-participation performances, but the live show will feature even more powerful battles and enhanced character greetings where you can meet your favorite characters up close! This year’s original story will feature Hancock, making her first appearance in the main show in 12 years, as well as other popular characters like Smoker and Lucci. Pirates, the World Government, and mysterious new enemies will all clash in an epic battle.
In the “ONE PIECE x Story Ride,” you’ll join the Straw Hat Crew on a thrilling and exhilarating adventure, riding a boat floating on “island clouds” at Elbaf, the island of giants.
We will continue to announce the latest information on collaboration menus and merchandise with “ONE PIECE.” For the festive 25th anniversary summer, look forward to an unforgettable experience where you can laugh, cry, and let your emotions run free in the world of “ONE PIECE.”
◆ ONE PIECE Premier Show 2026
Hancock returns to the main show for the first time in 12 years, joined by Smoker and Lucci! Get swept up in a heated battle right before your eyes, where hearts connect for the sake of friends and freedom!
This year, the Kuja Pirates led by Hancock will make their long-awaited return to the main show for the first time in 12 years. The battle to reclaim “true freedom” from a mysterious enemy begins. With intense stunt action, special effects using fire, water, and light, and the largest number of pyrotechnics in Premier Show history, the show will recreate the signature moves of popular characters, delivering powerful battles throughout the venue.
This original story, exclusive to the event, will also feature Smoker from the Navy Headquarters and Lucci from Cipher Pol. In the midst of a chaotic battle involving pirates, the World Government, and mysterious new foes, the unbreakable bonds and courage of Luffy and his friends will ignite your spirit in this breathtaking live entertainment show.
In addition, the show is packed with live entertainment unique to this event, such as guest-participation dances and greeting & photo sessions where you can meet Luffy and the crew up close. Experience the excitement as the entire venue comes together in a frenzy of energy!
During their voyage, the Straw Hat Crew stops by a certain island. As the island prepares for its annual festival, they reunite with the Kuja Pirates. Suddenly, a mysterious man named Bendiger, who has sworn revenge against the World Government, appears. His terrifying powers threaten Luffy, Hancock, and the others! As their bonds are tested and instincts take over, what will become of the island and its festival?
- Event Period: Thursday, July 30 – Thursday, November 19, 2026 (Total of 84 shows, once per day; some non-performance days)
- Show Time: Doors open at 18:15 / Show starts at 18:45 (approx. 80 minutes)
- Venue: WaterWorld
- Ticket Information
Price: Adults [12 and up]: 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 noon
*For details on event dates and tickets, please check the official website.
Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/ja/jp/events/onepiece/summer-2026/show
*Prices above are per person, same for advance and same-day tickets.
*If a 12-year-old is still in elementary school, the child price applies. Children age 3 and under who do not require a seat are free.
*Studio Pass (park admission) is not included in the above prices.
◆ ONE PIECE x Story Ride
Join Luffy and the crew for a grand adventure on the Island of Giants! Set off on a thrilling journey!
As an adventurer who has arrived on Elbaf, the Island of Giants, you encounter the Straw Hat Crew. At Luffy’s suggestion, you board a cloud-floating boat borrowed from the giants Dorry and Brogy to explore the island! But just as you’re enjoying the scenic ride, Luffy shouts, “Hard to starboard!” and suddenly you find yourself in the terrifying “Underworld,” home to ferocious beasts. As you’re chased by gigantic monsters, the infamous “Cursed Prince” also makes an appearance…!?
Now, survive this desperate adventure!
- 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.”
◆ Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant
Feel Sanji’s Heartfelt Hospitality! Experience Exquisite Service
The Straw Hat Crew’s cook, Sanji, has opened his own restaurant! With hungry Luffy and Zoro, Buggy sneaking in due to a misunderstanding, and even “that person” who’s up to no good making an appearance…!?
This renowned restaurant for gourmet delights is bustling with excitement again this year! Enjoy Sanji’s heartfelt hospitality and indulge in a truly exquisite experience.
- Event Period: Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, November 19, 2026; Each session lasts about 85 minutes; seatings are rotated
- Location: Lombard’s Landing™
- Ticket Information
Price: Adults [12 and up]: 7,000 yen (tax included), Children [ages 4–11]: 2,600 yen (tax included)
Sales Location: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store
*For details on event dates, showtimes, ticket sales methods, and ticket information, please check the official website.
Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/ja/jp/events/onepiece/summer-2026/sanji
*If a 12-year-old is still in elementary school, the child price applies.
*Studio Pass (park admission) is not included in the price.
Created by Eiichiro Oda, “ONE PIECE” began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump’s 34th issue 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), a figure that has been maintained for subsequent volumes. 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 (over 450 million in Japan and over 150 million overseas). The TV anime began airing on Fuji TV in 1999 and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024. The Elbaf Arc will begin airing on April 5, 2026. The live-action “ONE PIECE” series, exclusively distributed worldwide on Netflix, will release Season 2 on March 10, 2026.
■ About Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan is part of the Comcast NBCUniversal Group. It has established itself as a major landmark in the entertainment and leisure industry, attracting guests from both Japan and around the world. In addition to attractions and shows based on popular Hollywood movies, Universal Studios Japan offers world-class entertainment themed around globally popular 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 nowhere else, Universal Studios Japan welcomes everyone as a “Super Energy Zone”—a special place where every guest can break out of their shell and feel truly energized.
Since its opening in 2001, the park has continued to innovate, introducing world-class entertainment one after another. In recent years, "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" has enjoyed immense popularity, while the groundbreaking flying coaster "The Flying Dinosaur" soars through the entire "Jurassic Park" area. In the hugely popular "Minion Park," guests can experience the unpredictable and over-the-top fun of the "Despicable Me Minion Mayhem" ride, where the Minions run wild. At "Super Nintendo World," themed after Nintendo’s iconic games, you can unleash your playful instincts with an all-new interactive experience that engages your whole body. The park continues to evolve and grow, offering ever more exciting attractions. In 2026, to celebrate the park’s 25th anniversary, the theme will be “Discover U!!!” — a special year where the power of 25 years’ worth of thrilling entertainment will awaken a side of yourself you never knew existed.
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