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ONE PIECE’s Nami Celebrated with Swimsuit Art on Her Birthday

Key Facts

• Nami’s birthday is on July 3
• A swimsuit illustration was posted on the official ONE PIECE X account
• The image received strong reactions on social media
• ONE PIECE began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1997
• The series has over 510 million copies in circulation worldwide


Nami from ONE PIECE

Nami from ONE PIECE (C) Eiichiro Oda / SHUEISHA, TOEI Animation


To commemorate Nami’s birthday on July 3, the official ONE PIECE X account released a new illustration of the character in a swimsuit. The image immediately drew attention across social media, with fans commenting on Nami’s iconic appearance. As one of the main characters in ONE PIECE, Nami continues to be celebrated by the franchise and its audience alike.


What Was Announced on July 3

On July 3, the official X account for ONE PIECE shared a new birthday illustration featuring the character Nami. In the image, she appears in a swimsuit, which prompted numerous fan reactions online. The post was made to commemorate Nami’s in-universe birthday, a tradition the franchise often observes with new artwork or messages.

Fans commented on her appearance, calling her “strong and beautiful” and noting details such as Sanji waving at Nami in the background. The post garnered a large number of likes and shares shortly after being published.


Nami birthday illustration in swimsuit from ONE PIECE official X account

Nami appears in a swimsuit illustration released for her birthday on July 3 via the official ONE PIECE X account. (C) Eiichiro Oda / SHUEISHA, TOEI Animation



About ONE PIECE and Nami’s Role

ONE PIECE, created by Eiichiro Oda, began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1997. The story follows Monkey D. Luffy, a boy who gains rubber-like powers after eating the Gomu Gomu no Mi. Luffy forms the Straw Hat Pirates and sets out on a journey to find the legendary treasure “One Piece,” once owned by Pirate King Gol D. Roger.

Nami is one of the core members of the Straw Hat Pirates, known for her navigation skills and distinct personality. She has been a key character in the series’ narrative and merchandise since her early appearance.


Nami from ONE PIECE

Nami from ONE PIECE (C) Eiichiro Oda / SHUEISHA, TOEI Animation


Series Popularity and Current Broadcast

ONE PIECE remains one of the best-selling manga series of all time, with over 510 million copies in circulation globally. The TV anime adaptation began airing in 1999 and continues to broadcast weekly. As of July 2025, it airs every Sunday at 11:15 PM (JST).

The franchise's influence expanded further with the release of the 2022 film ONE PIECE FILM RED, which earned over ¥20.34 billion at the Japanese box office. Milestones like character birthdays and illustration releases continue to play a significant role in fan engagement across social platforms.


FAQ

Q: When is Nami’s birthday in ONE PIECE?
A: Nami’s birthday is July 3.

Q: What did the ONE PIECE official X account post on Nami’s birthday?
A: It posted an illustration of Nami in a swimsuit to commemorate her birthday.

Q: What were some fan reactions to Nami’s birthday illustration?
A: Fans praised her appearance, calling her strong and beautiful, and noted details like Sanji waving.

Q: When did the ONE PIECE manga begin?
A: The manga started serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump on July 22, 1997.

Q: How many copies of ONE PIECE have been circulated worldwide?
A: Over 510 million copies have been circulated globally.


Source : ORICON NEWS