The Mondadori Duomo bookstore is once again set to become a must-visit destination for fans of anime and Japanese pop culture: from 26 May to 8 June,the famous bookstore in the heart of Piazza Duomo will host a pop-up store dedicated to one of the most beloved anime series of all time, ONE PIECE, the global phenomenon created by Eiichiro Oda which, for almost thirty years, has continued to captivate millions of fans worldwide through anime, manga, films and merchandise.

The Mondadori Duomo bookstore – a go-to destination for fans of comics and the manga universe thanks to its Just Comics section – will be decked out for two weeks in the colours and imagery of ONE PIECE: the bookshop’s windows and spaces will be completely transformed with displays, iconic visuals and the characters of the saga, led by Monkey D. Luffy, turning the shop into an immersive experience designed for fans, the curious and newcomers alike.

The Pop-up Store will offer a wide selection of official ONE PIECE merchandise, ranging from iconic figures and collectables by Bandai, Banpresto and Funko Pop, to a special range of exclusive merchandise from Toei Animation, available only at the ONE PIECE Pop-up Store Duomo. Fans can look forward to some of the most eagerly awaited exclusives, including special collectable figures dedicated to Luffy, Marshall D. Teach and the Egghead saga, as well as unique capsule collections inspired by Elbaph, featuring accessories, clothing and lifestyle items.

The occasion will feature special activities and events for the community: from a photo opportunity with a personalised instant photo on Sunday 31, to the One Piece treasure hunt in the main Mondadori Store bookshops in Milan on Saturday 6 June.

The event will offer anime fans an immersive experience, plus the chance to receive a free exclusive T-shirt. The shops taking part in this latest initiative are: Mondadori Duomo, the Mondadori Bookstores at 48 Corso Buenos Aires, 41 Via Marghera and 78/80 Corso di Porta Romana.

Further details will be announced directly on Mondadori Duomo’s social media channels and on the website https://www.mondadoristore.it/evento/one-piece-pop-up-store-non-fartelo-raccontare-salpa-con-noi/22886

With over a thousand episodes and a steadily growing global fanbase, ONE PIECE remains one of the most influential animation brands in contemporary pop culture, captivating both long-standing fans of the series and new generations alike.

Mondadori Store is the largest bookshop network in Italy, with more than 500 stores in cities and smaller towns. Cultural centres throughout the country operating under the Mondadori Bookstore brand, both directly managed and franchises, alongside the bookshops owned by Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store can be found online at its e-commerce site, Mondadoristore.it, and through its book club.

About One Piece

One Piece is an anime series based on the manga of the same name, created by Eiichiro Oda in 1997. Since its debut, the One Piece manga has become a global phenomenon, with over 600 million copies sold worldwide. Produced by Toei Animation since 1999, the anime series has now aired over 1,160 episodes.

About Toei Animation Europe

Headquartered in Tokyo, with sales offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Paris, Toei Animation is one of the world’s most prolific animation studios. Its activities include the development and production of animation, as well as global marketing and licensing programmes. Founded in 2004, Toei Animation Europe is responsible for the distribution and exploitation of Toei Animation series in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Its most famous series include: CAPTAIN HARLOCK, DRAGON BALL, SAINT SEIYA, PRETTY GUARDIAN SAILOR MOON, DIGIMON and ONE PIECE.