The creators of the feature-length anime “The Apothecary Diaries: The Treasure of the Late Lady” have unveiled a new trailer and poster. The main musical theme of the film, Haru ga Tomori, performed by Kenshi Yonezu, was heard for the first time in the video. His songs have already achieved success in global charts, and the composition IRIS OUT from the anime “Chainsaw Man The Movie: Reze Arc” was even submitted for consideration for a Grammy Award.
“The Treasure of the Late Lady” will tell an original story written by light novel author Natsu Hyuga. According to the plot, the emperor entrusts Jinshi with fulfilling the last wish of a concubine who died five years ago and transporting her remains to her homeland. However, the woman's body is perfectly preserved, as if she were still alive. Maomao, along with Jinshi, will have to unravel this mystery as they travel to the southern province of Binan. There, the heroes will find themselves in a water city and encounter pirates searching for the treasure of their late leader.
Production is handled by TOHO Animation STUDIO. Norihiro Naganuma directed, and Yuko Kakihara wrote the screenplay. Yukiko Nakatani is responsible for character design and overall animation supervision, based on the original designs by light novel illustrator Toko Shino. Music was composed by Satoru Kosaki, Kevin Penkin, and Arisa Okehazama.
“The Apothecary Diaries: The Treasure of the Late Lady” will be released in Japanese cinemas on December 11, 2026. The date for the international premiere has not yet been announced.