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As part of the heartwarming "ONE PIECE Kumamoto Reconstruction Project," a bronze statue of Sanji, the Straw Hat Pirates' suave chef, stands proudly in Mashikimachi, Kumamoto Prefecture. This initiative, spearheaded by One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda, who hails from Kumamoto, aims to revitalize the region following the devastating 2016 earthquakes by drawing fans to visit the various Straw Hat crew statues scattered across the prefecture. The Sanji statue captures his characteristic confident stance, often with a hand in his pocket or a cigarette (though omitted for public display) as he looks ready to whip up a gourmet meal or unleash a powerful kick, serving as both a beloved photo spot for fans and a symbol of hope and recovery for the local community.
In Ōita Prefecture, Japan, a powerful series of Attack on Titan statues commemorates the beloved manga and anime, specifically depicting Eren, Mikasa, and Armin gazing up at a towering wall, evoking the series' iconic beginning. This installation serves as a poignant symbol of resilience and hope, deliberately placed near the hometown of creator Hajime Isayama and resonating with the region's own recovery from natural disasters.