One Piece Episode 974 May 2026

After hearing the truth of Oden's five-year "foolish" dancing from Shinobu, the citizens of Wano cheer for him in his final moments, completing his iconic catchphrase: "Oden wouldn't be oden... if it wasn't boiled!" . Notable Production Highlights

Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling oil while holding his nine retainers aloft on a massive wooden plank. One Piece Episode 974

The anime adds "filmstrip" flashbacks of Oden’s adventures with Whitebeard and Roger, deepening the impact of his death. After hearing the truth of Oden's five-year "foolish"

According to reviews from MyNakama , the episode is praised for several creative choices: One Piece Episode 974