In a 2017 interview, Eiichiro Oda shared some insights about the future of One Piece, leaving fans quite intrigued. The author hinted that even if he were to step away from the manga, One Piece would continue to thrive and succeed. He stated, “Many people are involved in the production process of One Piece. Therefore, I don’t feel any pressure because I don’t have any other methods outside of manga. This brand will not just collapse as soon as One Piece ends due to my health issues.”
Specifically, Oda mentioned that even if he were to become incapacitated, the story of One Piece would still continue. He expressed, “There are many people involved in the production process of One Piece. Therefore, I don’t feel any pressure because I don’t have any other methods outside of manga. This brand will not just collapse as soon as One Piece ends due to my health issues.”
Moreover, Oda’s views on his potential health decline in the future are not merely hypothetical. Previously, there were reports about Oda facing health challenges, and this could impact his ability to work.
Oda revealed in a magazine article about his “normal” daily life: “I wake up at 5 AM and start working. Usually, I take a short break to have breakfast and lunch, then continue working until 2 AM the next day.”
As such, Eiichiro Oda has been working tirelessly, typically clocking in from 21 to 22 hours each day for six consecutive days a week. Normally, Oda sleeps from 2 AM until 5 AM and works straight from there until 2 AM the next day. This grueling work schedule extends for six days each week and remains consistent despite occasional breaks (except during special events like New Year).
Health issues are not uncommon for those in the anime and manga industry, and this trend is becoming increasingly evident as many creators share their struggles with fans. For example, Yoshihiro Togashi, the creator of Hunter x Hunter, has had to suspend his series for many years due to chronic health problems.
