One Piece Kumamoto Revival Project
Kumamoto Prefecture invites One Piece fans on an exciting adventure to discover its unique collection of 10 life-sized Straw Hat Pirates statues scattered across the region. As part of a collaboration with Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece and a Kumamoto native, these statues were installed to support the area's recovery from the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquakes. Visitors can purchase limited-edition character figures near each statue, with proceeds aiding the ongoing rebuilding efforts.
Even if you're not a manga enthusiast, searching for these statues is a fantastic way to explore Kumamoto. The journey takes you from the vibrant city to the breathtaking mountains of Mount Aso and the serene Ariake coast. This interactive experience lets you discover scenic spots while learning about the region’s resilience. Whether you're a One Piece fan or an adventurous traveler, Kumamoto's One Piece statues offer a memorable journey.
Limited Edition Figures
Must-have
Each statue has a special limited-edition figure, and you can buy it at a shop near the statue. If you want to collect them all, you’ll need to visit each shop separately. Each figure costs 2,200 yen, so if you want all 10 figures, it will cost you 22,000 yen in total.
Getting there
- Renting a car
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The easiest way to visit all 10 One Piece statues in Kumamoto is by renting a car. The statues are spread across Kumamoto Prefecture, and it takes about 8-9 hours to see them all (using public transport would take 3-4 days). Car rentals start at 7,500 yen per day, plus 1,500 yen for gas, making it the best way to visit all the statues. Don’t forget, you’ll need an international driver’s license to rent a car in Japan. On this page, you can find an itinerary for a self-guided tour.
Rent a car here →
- With a tour
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You can book a tour to see 8 of the 10 statues, but you'll need to visit the last 2 on your own, as they are located within Kumamoto City. The tour costs about 16,000 yen per person.
Book your tour here →
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4Usopp StatueOne Piece statue
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5Sanji StatueOne Piece statue
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6Tony Tony ChopperOne Piece statue
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7Nico Robin StatueOne Piece statue
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8Franky StatueOne Piece statue
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9Brook StatueOne Piece statue
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10Jinbe StatueOne Piece statue
Reviews
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5/5 - Excellent
I did the One Piece Kumamoto Revival Project as a self-guided driving tour. I rented the car at Kumamoto Station, where there is a Toyota rental company right in front. The tour took all day, and we drove almost 190 km, but we were able to see all 10 statues. Unfortunately, we forgot to buy 2 limited edition figures, but we were able to purchase them at the One Piece store in front of Kumamoto Station.
1 week ago — by Wesley