One Piece Episode 153 -

The Going Merry breaks through the clouds into the "White Sea". The crew is stunned to find the "water" is actually a thick, buoyant cloud that they can float on, though Usopp nearly "drowns" in it after falling overboard.

The White Sea, located 7,000 meters above the Blue Sea ⚓ Key Plot Events One Piece Episode 153

The episode ends with the crew reaching Heaven’s Gate , the entrance to the upper realm of Skypiea. They meet the gatekeeper, Amazon , who informs them that they must pay an entrance fee to proceed legally—a concept that naturally confuses the pirate crew. 💡 Why It Matters The Going Merry breaks through the clouds into