The One Piece manga is taking another scheduled break, pushing Chapter 1190 back by two weeks. Creator Eiichiro Oda confirmed the pause after releasing Chapter 1189 on July 26, 2026. The next chapter will now arrive on August 9, 2026, in Weekly Shonen Jump Double Issue #37-38.
This break comes at a tense moment in the story. The Elbaf arc is reaching its peak, with Luffy facing Imu in a battle that has readers around the world waiting for answers.
Chapter 1190 Release Date and Schedule
One Piece Chapter 1190 will release officially on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The chapter was originally expected on August 2, but Oda took a break after Chapter 1189 dropped in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #35.
The manga will skip Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #36, which was set for August 2. Instead, Chapter 1190 will appear in the double issue #37-38.
For readers outside Japan, here are the release times on Manga Plus:
- Spain: 17:00 hrs
- Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica: 09:00 hrs
- Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama: 10:00 hrs
- Chile, Venezuela, Bolivia, Dominican Republic: 11:00 hrs
- Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil: 12:00 hrs
The chapter will be available in English and Spanish from the moment of release.
Why the Break Happened
Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, takes breaks more often now than in earlier years. The schedule has changed during the Elbaf arc, with Oda resting every two to three weeks.
Age and health are the main reasons. Oda has been writing One Piece since 1997, and the weekly grind takes a toll. The breaks help him maintain the quality of the story and artwork that fans expect.
This break is not unusual. Oda has followed this pattern throughout the Elbaf arc, taking regular pauses to recover from his intense work schedule.
What Happened in Chapter 1189
Chapter 1189 ended with Luffy in serious trouble. After being defeated by Imu in Chapter 1188, Luffy suffered more attacks in the latest chapter.
Imu stabbed Luffy with the Blade of Nothingness: Vohu and then hit him with the Blade of the Sea God: Fragrach. Luffy was left hanging from a tree branch, with Imu draining his life energy.
Jimbe warned the crew that Luffy’s Haki had dropped suddenly. Meanwhile, Loki showed his anger when reminded of how he was defeated by the same threat.
The chapter also showed Gunko starting to break free from her frozen state. A ship fell from the sky carrying Hajrudin and Gerd, who crashed onto Loki in a funny moment.
What to Expect in Chapter 1190
Chapter 1190 will likely continue the main battle between Luffy and Imu. Many readers believe Oda is setting up a new power upgrade for Luffy.
Since Luffy awakened his Sun God Nika form, he has not shown any major new abilities. Gear 5 has not been enough to match Imu, so fans think Oda is preparing something bigger, either through Haki or his Devil Fruit powers.
Scopper Gaban, the former right-hand man of Gol D. Roger, will also play a key role. He already stopped one of Imu’s attacks despite being injured. Chapter 1190 could show a direct fight between Gaban and Imu.
Other battles are also building up. Sanji will face Saint Killingham, who got stronger through Longinus. Zoro will fight Saint Sommers, one of the strongest swordsmen from the Holy Knights.
The official preview for Chapter 1190 asks: “A fierce battle in Elbaf, what is the fate of the Straw Hat crew?”
Where to Read Chapter 1190 Legally
Readers can read One Piece Chapter 1190 for free on Manga Plus, the official platform from Shueisha. The chapter will be available on the Manga Plus website and the mobile app for iOS and Android.
Using official sources supports the creators and ensures the best quality translations and images.
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The Elbaf Arc So Far
The Elbaf arc has been running for about two years. It has become one of the most important arcs in the series, with major revelations about the Void Century, Imu, and the ancient weapons.
The arc has also shown more of the giant warriors and their kingdom. The Straw Hat crew has faced enemies unlike any before, including the Holy Knights and now Imu himself.
This arc is setting up the final conflicts of the series. Every chapter brings the story closer to answers about the One Piece, the Void Century, and Luffy’s true destiny.
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