One Piece Figures Guide (2026): 6 Major Lines and Where to Buy
One Piece figures come in six main lines, and the one that fits your shelf depends on whether you want a premium statue, a poseable action figure, or a budget prize piece. This guide explains what Portrait.Of.Pirates, Figuarts ZERO, S.H.Figuarts, Nendoroid, Banpresto prize figures, and Ichiban Kuji each offer, with real sizes and 2026 prices, so you can pick a line before you spend. It is written for overseas collectors, so the last sections cover how to buy One Piece figures from Japan and what to check for authenticity.
One Piece figures are collectible statues and articulated figures based on Eiichiro Oda's manga and anime, produced by companies such as Megahouse, Bandai, Good Smile Company, and Banpresto. We cross-checked every spec below against the makers' official pages and against Akibato's live stock in September 2026.
6 One Piece figure lines at a glance
Each line targets a different budget and display style. Prize figures and Nendoroids are the cheapest way in; Portrait.Of.Pirates and Figuarts ZERO are the display centerpieces. Use the table to shortlist, then read the section for the line you want.
| Line | Maker | Type | Approx. size | Approx. price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait.Of.Pirates (P.O.P) | Megahouse | Fixed display statue | 20-25 cm | ¥16,500-55,000 |
| Figuarts ZERO | Bandai | Fixed pose + effects | up to ~30 cm | ¥3,500-17,600 |
| S.H.Figuarts | Bandai | Articulated | ~15.5 cm | ~¥9,900 |
| Nendoroid | Good Smile Company | Chibi, articulated | ~10 cm | $40-58 |
| Banpresto prize (Grandista, King of Artist, DXF) | Banpresto | Fixed pose, budget | ~13-30 cm | Lowest |
| Ichiban Kuji | Bandai Spirits | Lottery prize | Varies | Per draw |
If you are new to figure terms, our guide to the types of anime figures and scale sizes explained cover the vocabulary used below. Akibato ships current One Piece figures and gashapon from Japan, so you can start with whatever line fits your shelf and budget.
1. Portrait.Of.Pirates: premium statues from ¥16,500
Portrait.Of.Pirates (P.O.P) is Megahouse's flagship One Piece line: highly detailed, mostly fixed-pose PVC statues built as display centerpieces rather than toys. Figures stand roughly 20-25 cm, and Megahouse's own store lists them from about ¥16,500 up to ¥55,000 for the largest pieces, with most standard releases in the ¥19,800-29,700 range.
The line splits into recognizable sub-brands. SA-MAXIMUM and WA-MAXIMUM are the large, dynamic hero pieces; NEO-DX and NEO-MAXIMUM are classic character releases; and themed sets like Warriors Alliance and Playback Memories group characters by arc.
- Best for: collectors who want one definitive statue of a favorite character.
- Watch for: resale prices on retired MAXIMUM pieces climb fast.
For a deeper look at the maker, see our explainer on what Megahouse Portrait.Of.Pirates is, and the P.O.P 20th anniversary Gear 5 Luffy as a current example.
2. Figuarts ZERO: big fixed-pose centerpieces with effects
Figuarts ZERO is Bandai's non-articulated line, described on Tamashii Nations as fixed-pose figures that emphasize sculpting, paint, and integrated effect parts over poseability. This is where you get flames, Haki, and lightning frozen into the sculpt.
Sizes and prices vary widely by release. The Gear 5 "Gigant" centerpiece runs about 30 cm at ¥17,600, while a standard rerelease Luffy is around ¥3,520, and a Chopper about ¥2,750. Sub-lines such as EXTRA BATTLE and STARTune add larger scenes and diorama-style bases.
- Best for: a dramatic shelf piece without a scale-statue budget.
- Note: because poses are fixed, buy the exact scene you want.
3. S.H.Figuarts: the articulated line for posing
S.H.Figuarts is Bandai's premium articulated line, built for photography and dynamic display. The Gear 5 Luffy stands about 15.5 cm at ¥9,900 and ships with multiple interchangeable faces, extra hands, stretched arms, and lightning effects; it first released April 26, 2024 and was rereleased November 14, 2025.
The trade-off versus Figuarts ZERO is simple: choose S.H.Figuarts when you want to pose and re-pose the figure yourself, and Figuarts ZERO when you want a single, larger locked composition.
- Best for: collectors who like to stage scenes and take photos.
- Watch for: small joints; handle stretched-arm parts gently.
4. Nendoroid: chibi and beginner-friendly
Nendoroid, by Good Smile Company, is the ~10 cm chibi line: cute, deformed proportions with real articulation, interchangeable face plates, and swappable accessories. Good Smile lists most Nendoroids around $40-58, which makes them one of the friendliest entry points into One Piece figures.
They also mix well on a shelf because every Nendoroid shares the same scale and style. If you are weighing Nendoroid against a standing display figure, our Nendoroid vs figma comparison breaks down the difference.
- Best for: newcomers, gift-buyers, and desk displays.
- Note: parts are tiny; keep the box for storage.
5. Banpresto prize figures: the budget entry (Grandista, King of Artist, DXF)
Banpresto prize figures are the most affordable way to start. These fixed-pose figures were designed for Japanese crane games and prize channels, so they skip interchangeable parts to keep the price low. Lines to know include Grandista, King of Artist, DXF, Battle Record Collection, and The Grandline Series.
Sizes run roughly 13-30 cm depending on the line; a King of Artist piece, for example, is about 13 cm. Sculpt quality has risen sharply in recent years, so a good prize figure can hold its own next to pricier statues.
- Best for: filling out a crew cheaply, or trying a character before committing to a P.O.P.
- Note: no reissues are guaranteed once a wave sells through.
6. Ichiban Kuji: the lottery with MASTERLISE prizes
Ichiban Kuji is a paid lottery from Bandai Spirits where every ticket wins a prize, ranked from top grades down. One Piece appears in Ichiban Kuji constantly, and the top figure prizes often use the MASTERLISE finish, Bandai's premium prize-figure sculpt tier. The final ticket in a box also awards a bonus Last One Prize.
Because it is a draw, you cannot pick your exact prize, which is part of the appeal for collectors who enjoy the chase. To understand the grading, read what MASTERLISE means and how the Last One Prize works. For a current One Piece set, see the Elbaf Arc GIANT BASH!! Ichiban Kuji.
- Best for: collectors who enjoy the draw and want MASTERLISE figures.
- Note: overseas, most fans buy single prizes or full sets from proxies and stores rather than drawing in Japan.
You can check which One Piece and other Ichiban Kuji sets are in stock right now on Akibato.
How to buy One Piece figures from overseas in 2026
Most of these lines release in Japan first, and many prize and Ichiban Kuji figures never get a wide Western retail run. Overseas collectors have three practical routes:
- Japan-based stores that ship worldwide (like Akibato): the simplest option, with stock already listed in English.
- Proxy services: useful for auction or store-exclusive pieces, but you pay a service fee plus forwarding.
- Preorders: the only reliable way to secure new scale figures before they sell out.
Two things to plan for are shipping time and authenticity. See how long shipping from Japan takes, and our guide to buying Ichiban Kuji from outside Japan. Bootlegs are common for popular characters, so buy from sellers who source directly from Japanese distributors.
One Piece figures FAQ
Which One Piece figure line is best?
There is no single best line; it depends on your goal. For a definitive statue choose Portrait.Of.Pirates, for posing choose S.H.Figuarts, for a big effect-heavy centerpiece choose Figuarts ZERO, and for the lowest cost choose a Banpresto prize figure or Nendoroid.
Are One Piece prize figures worth it?
Yes, for the price. Modern Banpresto prize figures and Ichiban Kuji MASTERLISE pieces have strong sculpts and paint, and they cost far less than scale statues. They are the best value entry point for a new collector.
What scale are One Piece figures?
It varies by line. Portrait.Of.Pirates statues are roughly 1/8 scale (20-25 cm), Nendoroids are a fixed ~10 cm chibi format, and prize figures are non-scale, sized to a price point rather than a ratio.
Key takeaways
- There are six main One Piece figure lines, split between premium statues, articulated figures, and budget prize pieces.
- Portrait.Of.Pirates and Figuarts ZERO are the display centerpieces; S.H.Figuarts is the poseable line.
- Nendoroid, Banpresto prize figures, and Ichiban Kuji are the most affordable ways to start.
- Prices and stock move fast; preorder new scale figures and buy prize figures while a wave is live.
- Overseas, buy from Japan-based stores or proxies, and check authenticity for popular characters.
If this guide helped you pick a line, browse Akibato's One Piece figures shipping from Japan to see what is available today.