“One Piece: Episode of Chopper Plus”, Original Japanese Movie Poster 2008, Luffy / Tony Tony Chopper, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) T44

This is an original Japanese B2 theatrical poster produced for the 2008 release of One Piece: Episode of Chopper Plus — Bloom in Winter, Miracle Sakura. Featuring Monkey D. Luffy holding Dr. Hiriluk’s cherry blossom flag, the design combines a colourful central illustration with a dramatic arrangement of monochrome panels.

Film background

Directed by Junji Shimizu and based on Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, the film reimagines the Drum Island storyline, exploring Tony Tony Chopper’s past and his encounter with the Straw Hat Pirates. When Nami becomes seriously ill, the crew seeks medical help in the snowbound Drum Kingdom, where Chopper’s story unfolds against the threat of the returning ruler Wapol.

The film opened in Japan on 1 March 2008, with the release date prominently printed on the poster. Its theme song, “Mata ne” by DREAMS COME TRUE, is credited in the lower information panel.

Poster design

A determined Luffy dominates the foreground, wearing his familiar red waistcoat with his straw hat resting behind him. The tall flagpole draws the eye upward, while the torn black flag spreads across the composition. Its smiling skull, crossbones, and pink cherry blossom petals provide the design’s central emblem.

Behind him, monochrome, manga-style panels depict emotional moments involving Chopper, Dr. Hiriluk, Dr. Kureha, and other characters. Heavy black panel borders create a strong graphic framework, contrasting with the warmer colours of Luffy’s clothing and straw hat.

The vertical pink tagline translates as “Don’t cry, you’re not alone.” Its colour echoes the petals on the flag, reinforcing the story’s themes of friendship, belonging, and hope.

The ONE PIECE logo and pale lettering outlined in blue anchor the lower left, balanced by the black credit panel and bold yellow release date on the right.

About Japanese B2 posters

Japanese B2 theatrical posters, measuring approximately 51 × 73 cm, were produced for cinema promotion. This example preserves the film’s original Japanese title treatment, release announcement, theme-song credit, and promotional artwork.

Collecting significance

An attractive piece for collectors of One Piece, Tony Tony Chopper, Eiichiro Oda, and Japanese animation. The combination of Luffy’s flag-bearing portrait and expressive panel imagery gives this design a particularly strong connection to the emotional heart of the Drum Island story.

Condition

Excellent. Light handling creases and gentle paper rippling are visible, particularly on the reverse, with minor edge wear. The artwork retains strong colour and clear detail, with excellent overall display appeal.

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It is over 18 years old!

It is not a reproduction or a reprint.

Certificate of Authenticity included.