One Piece Chapter 1171 Followed by Unscheduled Hiatus, Shueisha Confirms Break

Fans of the One Piece manga are facing a content drought as Shueisha confirmed a scheduled break immediately following the release of Chapter 1171. This pause means readers will receive only one new chapter during the entire month of January, a confirmation that arrived on January 18.

Chapter 1171 itself is scheduled to hit stands Sunday, January 18 at midnight JST. This installment is significant because it concludes the Elbaf flashback sequence, detailing the immediate aftermath of Harald’s death and the precarious situation Loki finds himself in while chained up. The chapter is expected to transition back to the present timeline, likely teasing Loki’s abilities, his connections to Shanks, and the Straw Hats' next moves as the arc approaches its peak.

It is important to note this specific hiatus is scheduled by Shueisha due to the Weekly Shonen Jump release calendar, not a personal break taken by Eiichiro Oda related to his health. This pause compounds fan frustration, especially since the anime adaptation is also currently on hold, leaving January notably dry for fresh One Piece material.

Despite the irregular chapter flow, the series is building toward a major push in 2026, with new projects slated to launch this spring. The Elbaf Arc continues to generate hype through Loki’s critical decisions and the deepening of giant lore, even as the waiting period tests reader patience.

For international readers, Viz Media handles distribution; the chapter should be available in the US on the evening of January 17. While Chapter 1172’s exact date is unconfirmed, historical patterns suggest a return either in late January or early February.