Something Big Is Coming for One Piece Fans on July 30!
If you're a One Piece fan, especially one who loved the special episode One Piece: Fan Letter, you’ll want to circle July 30 on your calendar. A special Blu-Ray collector’s edition of this fan-favorite episode is officially on the way—and it’s packed with extra content that collectors and fans worldwide are buzzing about.
What is One Piece: Fan Letter?
Fan Letter is a special One Piece episode that became an instant hit among fans and critics alike. It’s directed by Megumi Ishitani, a well-known and highly respected anime director. You may recognize her from Episode 1015 of One Piece, which many fans call the best episode in the entire series.
The Fan Letter episode tells an emotional story featuring new characters, most of whom don’t even have names. Yet, the story still connected deeply with viewers, especially the tale of a little girl who stole everyone’s hearts. This emotional and artistic episode quickly became one of the highest-rated One Piece specials in history.
Blu-Ray Release and What’s Inside
The Fan Letter Blu-Ray will be released in Japan on July 30, 2025. While that may be a bit of a wait, pre-orders are already live on Amazon and other Japanese sites.
But this isn’t just any Blu-Ray—here’s what fans will get:
The full Fan Letter episode
Storyboards by Megumi Ishitani
A booklet filled with behind-the-scenes content
Two discs – one main disc and one bonus CD
A special illustrated box and digital jacket by Ishitani and artist Keisuke Mori
New rare soundtracks not available anywhere else
This bundle is a dream for collectors and hardcore One Piece fans.
International Release? Not Yet.
Unfortunately, this Blu-Ray is currently only being released in Japan. There’s no official date yet for international fans. However, companies like Crunchyroll often release Blu-rays globally later on, so fans should stay tuned.
In the meantime, expect fans around the world to share content, reviews, and photos once the Blu-Ray launches in Japan.
So, whether you're a longtime fan or just fell in love with Fan Letter, this upcoming release is definitely something to look forward to.