The official trailer for the ONE PIECE HEROINES anime special has been released, confirming a Japanese broadcast date of July 5, 2026 [1].

The spin-off episode marks a shift in focus for the long-running franchise by centering on its female characters. For many viewers, the special provides a long-awaited spotlight for Nami, a character fans have waited almost 30 years to see featured in this capacity [3].

The released trailer introduces a plot involving Nami and a shoe designer named Lebno. In the footage, Nami is shown purchasing shoes that cause her physical discomfort, leading to an encounter with the designer. Lebno said, "I’ll make you a brand-new pair from scratch—but only if you’ll be my model" [1].

This promotional material first reached the public during a stage event at AnimeJapan in Tokyo. The trailer was screened for attendees on March 28, 2026 [2]. The event served as the primary launchpad for the special's marketing campaign before the wider release of the footage.

The special is designed to celebrate the various heroines of the One Piece universe. While the trailer highlights Nami's interaction with Lebno, the production is framed as a broader tribute to the women of the series [1].

The broadcast will be available nationwide across Japan [2]. This release follows the trend of the franchise producing standalone specials to expand character lore outside the main narrative arc.

“The special will broadcast in Japan on July 5, 2026.”

The creation of a dedicated 'Heroines' special suggests a strategic effort to deepen the development of the series' female cast. By utilizing a spin-off format, the production can explore character-driven vignettes—such as Nami's encounter with Lebno—without disrupting the primary plot of the main anime series.