MANILA, Philippines — The adventure returns for its second year as One Piece Run PH sets sail on September 26.
Drawing 8,000 Nakamas last year, even more participants are expected to join the Straw Hat Pirates as the SM Mall of Asia Complex is set to be transformed into an amazing world inspired by the Elbaph Arc.
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Presented by SM North EDSA and RUNRIO, in partnership with Toei Animation, with Funko as the official sponsor and in celebration of SM Fandom, the race inspired by the globally popular One Piece anime will once again feature 10K, 5K, 3K and 1K categories.
“We’re excited to stage the One Piece Run PH once again, and after the overwhelming turnout last year, it only made sense for us to bring this race to a bigger stage,” said RUNRIO general manager Andrew Neri.
“This run gives our Nakama another fun way to come together and celebrate the spirit of friendship and adventure that One Piece represents,” said Michael Vincent Uy, SM North EDSA assistant mall manager for mall operations.
The run is part of the fourth year of SM North EDSA’s Animezing North, which brings the world of One Piece to life through larger-than-life installations, photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise and giveaways, character experiences, and other activities inspired by the series, including the much-anticipated Elbaph Arc.
Awaiting the conquerors at the finish line are a special One Piece-inspired finisher’s medal and a Straw Hat Pirates’ Jolly Roger finisher’s towel, giving participants another keepsake as they bring out their inner Monkey D. Luffy.
With its mix of running, anime, and community, the One Piece Run PH is shaping up to be one of the country’s most anticipated themed races of 2026. (Contributed story)