" Setting Out with a Smile! Farewell, Hometown Cocoyashi Village! " Original Air Date (Japan): October 11, 2000 English Dub Release: March 31, 2009 (DVD) Key Event: Nami officially joins the Straw Hat Pirates. 📝 Detailed Plot Summary
The crew's acceptance of Nami, despite her past betrayals, solidifies the theme of loyalty that defines the series. One Piece (Dub) Episode 44
To move forward, Nami has her Arlong Pirates tattoo removed . She replaces it with a new design: a mikan branch (representing Bell-mère) and a pinwheel (representing Genzo). " Setting Out with a Smile
