Chapter 653

Chapter 653 is called "The Hero's Hat".

Cover Page
From the Decks of the World Vol. 35 - "White-Bay Mermaid's Kokoro-san Splendid Holiday".

Short Summary
After a respectful and (in some cases) a tearful farewell, the Straw Hat Pirates leave Fishman Island and head out to the New World using a new Log Pose they recived from Minister of the Left, re-establishing their dreams as they leave. Fishman Island is left a changed place as their heros sail forward.

Chapter Notes

 * Kokoro and Yokozuna are shown for the first time since the timeskip.
 * Madame Shirley broke her crystal ball in half and said she'll never tell a fortune again.
 * The Straw Hat Pirates leave Fishman Island and sails toward the New World.
 * A new three needles Log Pose is introduced.