
Straw-Hatted Pirate: Gen Z's Dissent Icon
The article discusses how the straw-hatted anime pirate from One Piece has become a symbol of dissent among Generation Z, reflecting their attitudes and cultural expressions.
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The article discusses how the straw-hatted anime pirate from One Piece has become a symbol of dissent among Generation Z, reflecting their attitudes and cultural expressions.

Several Japanese music events in Shanghai, including a performance by Maki Otsuki and Ayumi Hamasaki, were abruptly canceled amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Japan and China over remarks related to Taiwan, sparking criticism, social media memes, and discussions on cultural freedom and nationalism.
Netflix has opened its first physical Netflix House outside Philadelphia, featuring immersive experiences based on popular shows like 'Wednesday' and 'One Piece,' along with tech-driven attractions like mini golf and VR, aiming to build fan engagement and adapt to the evolving entertainment landscape.

Bandai Namco announced the Switch 2 Edition of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, set to release on November 21, 2025, with enhanced graphics, more enemies, and additional characters, plus a free upgrade for existing Switch owners, alongside new DLC content.
Cole Escola has been cast as Bon Clay in Season 3 of Netflix's live-action adaptation of 'One Piece,' marking a significant addition to the series which follows Luffy and his crew on their quest for the legendary treasure. Escola, a Tony Award-winning actor, will portray the flamboyant, non-binary character known for their theatrical combat style, in the upcoming season set to begin production in Cape Town.
Gen Z protesters worldwide are using the Straw Hat Pirates' Jolly Roger from the anime One Piece as a symbol of rebellion against injustice and corrupt systems, resonating with themes of freedom and resistance that transcend borders and ideologies.

Bandai Namco announced a Switch 2 Edition of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 during Nintendo Direct, set for fall 2025, featuring enhanced graphics, more enemies, and additional characters, with a free upgrade for existing Switch owners.

Bandai Namco is releasing a PS5 version of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, offering improved graphics and more on-screen troops, along with a new Character Pass featuring six additional characters, with the upgrade expected to launch later this year.

Bandai Namco and Omega Force announced Character Pass 3 for One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, featuring six new playable characters, with the first part arriving in Fall 2025 and additional characters in early 2026, along with a purchase bonus for Shanks.
Netflix has renewed 'One Piece' for a third season, with production set to begin in Cape Town later this year. The series, based on Eiichiro Oda's manga, is highly popular, having reached No. 1 in over 75 countries and amassed nearly 100 million views. Season 2 is expected to premiere in 2026, featuring new adversaries and adventures, with a first look released during 'One Piece Day' in Tokyo.
Netflix's live-action adaptation of 'One Piece' has been renewed for a third season, with production starting later this year in Cape Town. Season 2, titled 'One Piece: Into the Grand Line,' is set to premiere in 2026 and will feature new cast members and intense adventures as Luffy and the Straw Hats explore the perilous Grand Line. The series has undergone multiple showrunner changes but continues to expand its epic pirate saga.

Netflix released its latest viewership data for the second half of 2023, revealing that audiences watched 90 billion hours of content. The apocalyptic film "Leave the World Behind" topped the charts with 121 million views, while the series "One Piece" garnered over half a billion hours viewed. The report also highlighted the continued popularity of older titles like "Wednesday" and "Squid Game," and noted that non-English titles made up about a third of all viewing.

Netflix's second half of 2023 viewing report reveals "Leave the World Behind" as the most-watched film with 121 million views, while "One Piece" leads TV series with 71.6 million views. The report, covering July-December 2023, shows global subscribers watched about 90 billion hours of content. Other popular titles include "Heart of Stone," "Leo," and "Nowhere" among films, and "Who Is Erin Carter?" and "Lupin" Part 3 among TV series. Non-English content and sports also saw significant viewership.

Netflix's live-action remake of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" has garnered mixed reviews from critics and fans, but has achieved high viewership, debuting at #1 in numerous countries. While it falls short of the critical acclaim received by Netflix's "One Piece," it has still managed to secure a 75% audience score. The departure of the original creators in 2020 has led to some changes in the show, which has been a point of contention for fans. Despite the mixed reception, the series is likely to be renewed for a second season given its strong viewership and decent reception.

The ONE PIECE anime has revealed the new opening and ending videos for the Egghead Island arc, performed by Hiroshi Kitadani and Maki Otsuki, who are iconic performers of its very first theme songs. The new songs were announced at December’s Jump Festa 2024 event, along with the voice actors for Vegapunk and his satellites. The anime will continue with the new arc on January 7, and the manga will release chapter 1103 on Friday, January 5.