In the One Piece series, just like there are pirates and many other unusual beings, the series also has ninjas that are stealthy warriors and skilled fighters. Though their role is often overshadowed by the more prominent pirate crews and their devil fruit powers, the ninjas bring a unique and powerful set of abilities to the series. What sets them apart in One Piece is their ability to control the flow of a fight with precision, utilizing hidden weapons and sometimes even their secret art of ninjutsu. Most of these ninjas reside in Wano, and their skills as fighters were brought to the limelight, especially during the plan to take Wano back from the ruthless Kaido.
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Raizo
The Silent Warrior Of Wano
- First Appearance: Episode 768
Raizo of the Mist is one of One Piece’s most impressive and resourceful ninjas. Raizo is a loyal retainer of the Kozuki clan and a member of the Akazaya Nine, and he embodies the traditional skills of a ninja, mastering stealth and agility, which makes him a dangerous opponent. What truly sets Raizo apart is his ability to blend ancient ninja techniques with the supernatural powers of his Maki Maki no Mi (Scroll-Scroll Fruit). His Paramecia-type devil fruit grants him the power to store objects, attacks, and even fire-based techniques within scrolls, turning them into weapons however he wishes. One of his bravest moments comes during the Onigashima raid when he uses his scrolls to absorb and redirect Kaido’s devastating bolo breath attack. This portrays his quick thinking and proves he is a great ally for any group or faction. Even after enduring decades of loss and hardship following Oden’s death, he remained dedicated in his mission to reclaim Wano’s freedom.
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Fukurokuju
The Leader Of The Oniwabanshu
- First Appearance: Episode 925
Fukurokuju is the leader of the Oniwabanshu in One Piece and is a formidable ninja whose strength and skill have earned him a reputation as one of Wano’s most dangerous warriors. He is the chief of Orochi’s personal guard and exemplifies the traditional traits of a ninja −stealth and precision. His abilities reflect years of training and dedication to the art of Ninjutsu, which is why he is a personal guard of a noble figure like Orochi.
Also, he has elongated earlobes, which he uses during battles as whips against his opponents. Even Raizo complemented Fukurokuju as a top-tier ninja during their battle at Onigashima. While Raizo relied on his Scroll-Scroll Fruit, Fukurokuju countered with precise movements and strategic use of his paralysis techniques and earlobes. Although ultimately defeated, Fukurokuju’s performance shows his dedication to his duty and refusal to surrender, even when the odds are against him.
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Shinobu
The Stealthy Kunoichi Of Wano
- First Appearance: Episode 911
Shinobu is a kunoichi of Wano, one of the loyalists of the Kozuki clan. She is also one of the most skilled and resilient ninjas in One Piece because she often protects Momonosuke, the heir to Wano’s throne, in the series. As a member of Wano’s secretive Oniwabanshu in her youth, Shinobu mastered the art of Ninjutsu, and she has great stealth and agility to outwit her enemies.
Shinobu ate the Juku Juku no Mi (Ripe-Ripe Fruit), a paramecia-type devil fruit that allows her to rapidly age anything she touches. This ability gives her a unique advantage in combat, enabling her to weaken physical structures around her while also distracting and disarming her enemies at the same time. Shinobu’s importance showed during the Onigashima raid, where she played a significant role in infiltrating enemy territory and protecting Momonosuke. While she may not fit the mould of a great warrior in the series, Shinobu’s courage, intelligence, and abilities cement her place as one of the strongest ninjas in One Piece.
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Daikoku
The Muscle Of The Oniwabanshu Group
- First Appearance: Episode 925
Another strong ninja in the series is Daikoku, an elite ninja who served the previous shogun of Wano, Kurozumi Orochi, before he joined the Beast pirates. Though a minor antagonist, he was a skilful ninja for being a part of Orochi’s Oniwabanshu before joining Kaido’s legion. He was able to sneak up to Nico Robin in Wano with the rest of the Oniwabanshu while also sneaking through a crowded banquet without drawing any attention. Also, he recovered from Robin’s attack quicker than usual, which means he is of great durability. While Daikoku’s full abilities have yet to be revealed, his role as a protector of Orochi hints at proficiency in both martial arts and tactical planning. Given his size and armour, he likely employs a fighting style that combines raw strength with defensive techniques, making him a sturdy figure among ninjas.
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The Biwa Assassin
- First Appearance: Episode 925
Benten is a kunoichi and a member of the Beast Pirates. She was also a member of Orochi’s personal guard before she joined the Kaido’s pirate crew. While she is a minor antagonist in the series, her calm demeanour hides the lethality of her ninja style. Like other members of the Orochi Oniwabanshu, she is highly skilled at moving silently. She uses a unique weapon, a concealed firearm, inside her biwa, which she fires by striking its strings. Her special technique, Silent Gun, lets her shoot rapidly at her target. She also used it against the Straw Hats swordsman, Roronoa Zoro, in Wano.
- Release Date
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October 20, 1999
- Studio
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Toei Animation
- Based On
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Manga
- Creator
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Eiichiro Oda
- Number of Episodes
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1122