BREA, Calif. (July 1, 2026) – Round One Entertainment, Inc. (President / CEO: Akira Ide) is pleased to announce a collaboration campaign with the globally popular TV anime “ONE PIECE”, launching simultaneously across Japan and the U.S. beginning Saturday, July 18, 2026.
This marks the first time Round1 has launched a TV anime collaboration concurrently in both Japan and the United States, comprising 59 Round1 locations across the U.S. and 100 locations throughout Japan.
The limited-time campaign will run through October 17, 2026, bringing fans an immersive entertainment experience built around one of the world’s most beloved anime franchises. As part of the collaboration, Round1 will debut 27 exclusive merchandise items and prizes featuring newly created artwork available only through the Round1 and “ONE PIECE” collaboration.
One of the campaign’s main attractions is an all-new set of 10 original ONE PIECE CARD GAME designs created exclusively for Round1. Fans selected through the registration process will have the opportunity to collect up to ten exclusive collaboration cards by making qualifying reloads to their Round1 Game Card during the promotional period.
Fans can also enjoy a variety of themed experiences across participating locations, including photo spots, ONE PIECE-themed crane game installations, limited-edition plush toys and collectible figures, special collaboration packages for activities such as bowling and karaoke, and exclusive beverage offerings.
“This is the largest collaboration between Japan and the U.S., involving 159 stores, with the globally popular ‘ONE PIECE.’ Thanks to Round1’s extensive network of stores in both Japan and the U.S., we are able to deliver an entertainment experience that transcends borders,” said Eiji Kawaguchi, President and CEO of Round1 Japan. And Mayu Ohiwa, Vice President & Chief of Staff New Business Development at Round1 USA, added, “We hope this partnership will inspire fans around the world and become an opportunity to enjoy together the smiles, adventures, and excitement that both ‘ONE PIECE’ and Round1 represent.” This collaboration was made possible through the partnership between ”ONE PIECE”—a globally recognized franchise beloved by audiences across generations—and Round One.
ONE PIECE x Round1 COLLABORATION ITEMS (Begins July 18)
*Images shown are for illustrative purposes only. Actual products may vary.
*Available at participating locations only.
*For full details on eligibility requirements, available items, and participating locations, visit: https://www.round1usa.com/collab/onepiece
*Subject to change without notice.
SPECIAL PRIZE FOR CRANE GAME
Special collaboration-themed versions of Chopper plush toys (by “ONE PIECE CHOPPER’s”) and Gear 5 Luffy figures will appear at participating locations throughout the campaign. In addition, fans can look forward to a lineup of limited-time crane game prizes available exclusively during the event, including Straw Hat Crew’s MINI PLUSH collectibles. These items will be available exclusively through crane game machines.
EXCLUSIVE MERCH
Guests who purchase select beverage items or meet other qualifying conditions will be eligible to receive a voucher granting access to purchase exclusive limited-edition merchandise.
LIMITED GIVEAWAY
In addition, a selection of items will be offered as complimentary giveaways to guests who use karaoke services or load a specified amount onto their account. For example, guests who purchase $55 or more in arcade credits will receive one exclusive “ONE PIECE Bounty Rush” commemorative button pin while supplies last.
ONE PIECE CARD GAME -ROUND1 -Promotion Pack- *Advance US Registration
The Registration Window for Phase 1 of the U.S. promotion will run from 10:00 a.m. PT on July 1 through 10:00 p.m. PT on July 5, 2026. Participants selected in the Phase 1 registration drawing will be eligible to receive up to ten (10) ONE PIECE CARD GAME -ROUND1- Promotion Pack collaboration trading cards from July 18 through July 24, 2026, during regular operating hours at their designated Round1 location. One (1) trading card will be distributed for each $20.00 USD reload made to a Round1 Game Card, subject to availability and the Official Rules. Additional information for future US phases will be announced at a later time. Full terms and conditions will be available at https://round1.shortstack.page/NnmKVl beginning July 1, at 10 a.m. PT.
*Cards will be allocated and distributed solely at Round1’s discretion, and participants will have no right to select, request, inspect, or exchange specific cards, card types, or characters. All purchases are final, with no returns, exchanges, refunds, or substitutions permitted.
About ONE PIECE
ONE PIECE, created by Eiichiro Oda, began serialization in “Weekly Shonen Jump,” issue 34, 1997 (Shueisha), released on July 22nd, 1997. Still going strong, it celebrated its 25th anniversary in July 2022. The cumulative worldwide print circulation of the manga exceeded 600 million copies as of March 2026. The anime produced by Toei Animation began airing in Japan in 1999 and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024.
The series entered a new arc, the “Elbaph” Arc, starting in April 2026. Netflix’s live-action adaptation of ONE PIECE debuted in 2023, becoming a global phenomenon, spending eight weeks on the Global Top 10, reaching #1 in over 75 countries and making history as the first Netflix English-language series to debut at #1 in Japan. The show has nearly 100M views and is one of Netflix’s most downloaded shows of all time. ONE PIECE returned for its highly anticipated second season on March 10, 2026, and has been renewed for Season 3 in 2027.
About Round One
Founded in 1980 by Masahiko Sugino, Round1 began as a roller-skating rink with arcade games in Osaka, Japan. Since opening its first official Round1 location in 1993, the company has grown into one of Japan’s leading entertainment center operators, with more than 100 locations nationwide. Round1 expanded into the United States in 2010 and currently operates 60 locations across 28 states, offering a wide range of entertainment experiences, including bowling, arcade games, karaoke, and other social activities.
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