Summary
Quick Links
Oda has long been known for his playful nods to other works of fiction withinOne Piece, weaving in clever references to both real-world media and other manga. While cross-referencing between popular shōnen series is a common occurrence—such asOda’stribute toNarutoduring the Wano Country arc—fans have recently discovered a more unexpected reference.
Hidden in the background of Chapter 153 is a subtleyet unmistakable nod toHarry Potter, making it one of the rare instances where Oda has directly referenced a Western novel within the manga.
Oda’s History of Pop Culture References inOne Piece
Throughout its long serialization,One Piecehas featured countless Easter eggs, tributes, and homages to other works of fiction. Whether it’s character designs inspired by real-life celebrities, subtle nods to classic films, or even visual gags referencing other anime and manga, Oda has made a habit of sneaking in surprises for eagle-eyed fans.
TheNarutoreference in Wano is just one of many examples that highlight Oda’s appreciation for other creative works. However, while anime and manga crossovers are expected, Western literature references are far less common—making thisHarry PotterEaster egga particularly interesting find.
The HiddenHarry PotterBook in Chapter 153
Fans revisiting Chapter 153 ofOne Piecerecently spotted an unexpected detail ina background panel featuring Dr. Kureha. In the scene, she is seen drinking in front of a bookshelf, and among the various books present, a copy ofHarry Pottercan be clearly identified.
Alongside it aretwo books titledThe Shining—a reference to Stephen King’s horror novel—and multiple copies ofOne Pieceitself, adding an extra layer of humor to the discovery. Given thatOne PieceChapter 153 was published in 2000, during the height ofHarry Potter’sgrowing global popularity, it’s plausible that Oda included it as a playful nod to the literary phenomenon of the time. But you know what this really means? Harry Potter canonically exists in theOne Pieceworld.
One Piece
Cast
One Piece is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda. The series follows protagonist Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat Pirate crew as they explore the Grand Line to find the King of the Pirates' ultimate treasure, the One Piece, in order to become the next king. The manga’s popularity helped it spin off into a larger media franchise, including an anime with more than 1,000 episodes.
