ONE PIECE KUMAMOTO REVIVAL PROJECTT

1444-2 Aso City, Kurokawa
Usopp, the sniper of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to Aso city. The locals take great pride in Aso's lush, vast grasslands. Following the earthquakes, their beloved grasslands were no longer the same. The locals could no longer use controlled burning to preserve the vitality of the land. Additionally, fissures appeared on Komezuka, one of Aso's most iconic landforms. To help in the region's recovery, Usopp is harnessing the power of nature to restore the grasslands and return the pride and smiles to the locals. (Completed in 2019.)

For inquiries
Aso City Tourism Division

1156-3 Kikuchi District, Ozu Town
Rorona Zoro, the combatant of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to Ozu town. The devastation to the town's infrastructure, historical landmarks, and the children's martial arts hall changed life in Ozu forever. By drawing upon kendo's popularity with the locals, Zoro's mission is to hone the children's swordsmanship skills and create a town that will overcome the disaster. (Completed in 2021.)

For inquiries
Ozu Town General Policy Division

18 - 1 6-chōme Suizenji shichūōku Kumamoto
Monkey D. Luffy, the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, and his crew made landfall in Kumamoto, the “Hino Kuni!” Here, Luffy leads his crewmates as they help with the reconstruction! As Luffy cheers on the recovery efforts, his nakama promise to reunite by his side once more as they set out to tackle the challenges in the affected regions with their unique talents. (Completed in 2018)

For inquiries
Kumamoto Prefecture Department of Tourism Innovation
Tourism and International Policy Division
6-18-1 Suizenji, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City,
Kumamoto Prefecture, 862-8570 JAPAN
TEL.096-333-2754

Aso District, Minamiaso Village, Kawayou
Robin, the archaeologist of the Straw Hat Pirates, made her way to the Kumamoto Earthquake Museum. Before the Kumamoto earthquakes, this open-air museum was once home to Tokai University's Aso Campus. However, the campus sustained heavy damage following the disaster. Rather than restore the campus to its former state, it was renovated and reopened as the Kumamoto Earthquake Museum. For Minamiaso's reconstruction to ‘bloom’, Robin continues her work as a researcher and storyteller of history, helping pass down these memories and lessons for generations to come. (Completed in 2021.)

For inquiries
Minamiaso Village Reconstruction Promotion Division

5-14-2 Kengun, East Ward, Kumamoto City
Tony Tony Chopper, the doctor of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to the Kumamoto City Zoological and Botanical Gardens. The earthquakes damaged the zoo's enclosures, resulting in the relocation of the animals to zoos in other prefectures. Now, the animals are back under the care of the Kumamoto Zoo and bringing smiles to the children. (Completed in 2020.)

For inquiries
Kumamoto City Zoological and Botanical Gardens
TEL.096-368-4416

236 Kamimashiki District, Mashiki Town, Kiyama
Sanji, the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to Mashiki town. The region was struck by two magnitude 7 earthquakes, making it the area worst hit by the disaster. In the aftermath, the local school lunch center, which serviced the town’s seven elementary and junior high schools, was damaged. Until the facility was repaired, the local schools could not provide warm food. So, Sanji is preparing warm, delicious school lunches with the local produce as he brings smiles and health to the town’s future – the children. (Completed in 2019.)

For inquiries
Mashiki Town Industry Development Division

100 Kamimashiki District, Hetami, Mifune Town
Brook, the musician of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to Mifune town. Here, the earthquakes damaged many residences and the Heisei College of Music. Brook plays music with the Heisei College students to cheer on the reconstruction efforts. Furthermore, Brook's signature “skull jokes” support the locals in their mental health recovery and their endeavor to build a brighter Mifune. (Completed in 2020.)

For inquiries
Mifune Town Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division

2115-3 Aso District, Nishihara Village, Komori
Nami, the navigator of the Straw Hat Pirates, made her way to Nishihara village. Many districts were damaged and, the locals faced the challenge of rebuilding their community. Building upon her experience from Cocoyatsu village, Nami continues to send winds of encouragement to support the complete reconstruction of the districts and Nishihara's iconic windmills. (Completed in 2021.)

For inquiries
Nishihara Village Planning, Commerce, and
Industry Department

1537-2 Aso District, Takamori Town, Takamori
Franky, the shipwright of the Straw Hat Pirates, made his way to Takamori town. The earthquakes severed Takamori from the Minamiaso Railway - the town's primary means of transport to hospitals and commuting to schools. To bring hope to the area like his master Tom did with the Sea Train, the ringing of Franky's hammer calls for the complete reopening of the railway.(Completed in 2020.)

For inquiries
Takamori Town Policy and Promotion Division