Citizenship of The Straw Hat Pirates Members One Piece in Real Life
Have you ever wondered about the nationalities of the Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece in real life?
The One Piece live-action adaptation has generated huge excitement among the fans. Some of them may not be satisfied because the cast members are not Japanese. However, on the other side, Eiichiro Oda himself once mentioned that Zoro is the only Japanese in the group.
So, to clarify everything, let’s check the citizenship of all the members of the Mugiwara if they were real-life individuals.
1. Monkey D. Luffy Nationality: Brazil
Do you think that Luffy is from Japan? Nope, you are totally wrong. Surprisingly, Eiichiro Oda mentioned that if we had a real-life Luffy, he would be Brazilian. This fact also makes fans wonder, has Luffy been fighting with capoeira martial arts all this time, which originated from Brazil? It makes sense!
2. Roronoa Zoro Nationality: Japan
All the fans should agree that the Santoryu Warrior is closely connected to Japanese culture, from the haramaki, katana-type swords, to his swordsmanship. Yep, he is the only Japanese member in the Straw Hat Pirates.
3. Nami Nationality: Norway
Nami, the Navigator of the Straw Hat Pirates, is from Norway. As you may know, Norwegians have a long history of Vikings. They sailed all around the world and had knowledge of voyages for centuries.
4. Usopp Nationality: South Africa
Usopp would be an African guy if One Piece really existed in this real world. His appearance clearly confirms this statement, even though Oda never specifically mentioned from which country he would be.
5. Sanji Vinsmoke Nationality: France
Just like a Frenchman, Sanji is well-known for being flirty and obsessed with women. He also has a very good talent in cooking. You can clearly see this in Sanji’s identity as a French national. However, in the live action adaptation, we find out that he speaks with a British accent. This clarifies Sanji’s background, as he was raised by Chef Jeff.
6. Tony Tony Chopper Nationally: Canada
Tony Tony Chopper was born and raised in the snowy area of Drum Kingdom. So it clearly makes sense when Oda-sensei mentioned that Chopper’s nationality would be Canadian, because Canada has a very large cold area.
7. Nico Robin Nationality: Russia
If One Piece serial were in real life, Nico Robin would be a Russian woman. The good news is that Robin’s cast for the live action adaptation is also played by a Russian actress. Yep, just like she is meant to be.
8. Franky Nationality: America
Franky would be an American guy if he really existed in the real world. Honestly, his background really suits his body appearance with muscles and hair. Also, Franky’s underwear-style also reminds us of the famous American superhero, named Superman.
9. Jinbei Nationally: India
Eiichiro Oda has confirmed that Jinbei the Fishman is actually Indian in the real world. This is quite surprising as he appears to wear clothing like a yukata, which is a traditional Japanese garment. Fans also consider Jinbe to have manners and discipline similar to that of the Japanese. However, he is not.
10. Brook Nationally: Austria
It has been confirmed that The Musician, Brook is actually Austrian. This fact also clarifies how he could play musical instruments so well. As you know, Austria has a very long history of musicians from classical eras.
Now you understand the ethnicities of all the members of the Straw Hat Pirates. Afterwards, you will realize that the cast for One Piece live-action adaptation makes quite a bit of sense, doesn’t it?
