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Japan's Anime Tourism Association officially tracks 88 real-world locations a year. Here's how fans actually find them, visit them, and keep them welcoming for the next person.

Eiichiro Oda was born in Kumamoto and drew inspiration from Nagasaki's landscapes. This guide reveals the hidden One Piece pilgrimage spots across Kyushu that most fans never find — from secret statues to real-world Wano prototypes.