What episode is "Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" in One Piece?
"Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" is episode 259 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readSanji stays behind to fight an opponent skilled in unique martial arts while his friends engage other members of CP9, leading to intense battles that test their resolve and teamwork.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersKalifa updates the CP9 on the situation with Franky, Sanji, and Usopp. Sanji tells Franky and Usopp to go on without him so he can fight Wanze and his "Ramen Kenpo". Franky begins to fight Nero, CP9's "Weasel", and Sogeking meets with Robin.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" canon or filler?
"Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" part of?
"Showdown Between Cooks! Sanji vs. Ramen Kenpo" is part of the Enies Lobby Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Brook main 
Franky main 
Jimbei main 
Monkey D. Luffy main 
Nami main 
Nico Robin main 
Roronoa Zoro main 
Sanji main 
Tony Tony Chopper main 
Usopp main 
Buggy the Clown supporting 
Dracule Mihawk supporting 
Emporio Ivankov supporting 
Gol D. Roger supporting 
Monkey D. Dragon supporting 
Monkey D. Garp supporting 
Portgas D. Ace supporting 
Rayleigh supporting Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
One Piece: The Movie 2000 
One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure 2001 
One Piece: Chopper's Miracle on the Blob Island 2002 
One Piece: Dead End Adventure 2003 
One Piece: The Cursed Holy Sword 2004 
One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island 2005