Kōzuki Oden is a fictional character from the popular manga and anime series One Piece, created by Eiichiro Oda. He is a former daimyo of Wano Country and is known for his adventurous spirit and strong sense of justice. Oden is recognized for his unique ability to use the Oden cooking technique, which involves boiling food in a special way, making it delicious and flavorful. Oden's story is central to the Wano Arc in One Piece, where he seeks to open Wano's borders and bring prosperity to his people. He is also the father of Momonosuke and Hiyori, and his legacy significantly impacts the series' main characters, including Monkey D. Luffy and Roronoa Zoro.