'One Piece' star Mackenyu to hold fan meet in Manila this August
Looks like Zoro is heading back to the Philippines!
Japanese actor Mackenyu Arata, who is known for bringing the iconic swordsman to life in Netflix’s One Piece live-action adaptation, is set to return to Manila this August for an upcoming fan event.
According to event organizer CNCA, Mackenyu's "P1ECE OF YU" fan meet will be held on Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. at The Theatre at Solaire.
"From breathtaking action scenes to unforgettable charm, this is your chance to see the global star of One Piece live on stage," the organizer wrote.
Details on the ticket prices have yet to be revealed.
This isn't the first time that Mackenyu made a visit to the Philippines to meet his fans. He previously came to Manila in November 2023 to headline the Manila Pop Culture Convention following his role in Netflix's One Piece.
During the event, the actor expressed delight at the love he has received from Pinoys so far.
"I'm honored to be loved by the Filipino fans. I saw it, I felt the love," he said. "I am also happy that fans loved the live-action."
He also expressed his desire to visit Palawan and Boracay to explore not just the beauty of the Philippines, but also its delicious food.
Apart from his role as Roronoa Zoro, Mackenyu is also known for his roles in Knights of the Zodiac, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Rurouni Kenshin: The Final, and Fullmetal Alchemist.
