The Apothecary Diaries First Movie “Bouhi no Hihou” Opens December 11, New Trailer Reveals Mariya Ise as Muqing

The first theatrical film for the anime The Apothecary Diaries has been announced under the title The Apothecary Diaries the Movie: Bouhi no Hihou (亡妃の秘宝, The Late Consort’s Secret Treasure), with a theatrical release set for December 11. Alongside the announcement, the latest trailer has been revealed. Mariya Ise will play Muqing, a boy who plays a crucial role in the story.

In the trailer, Maomao and Jinshi set out on a journey to the southern region, the homeland of a consort who died in the rear palace five years earlier, in order to return her body there. They arrive in Minanzhou, a lively water city, where Maomao is excited by the unfamiliar medicines and plants she encounters. However, she soon faces a major mystery hidden within the consort’s body. The presence of rampaging water bandits and hidden treasure is also revealed, hinting at turbulence ahead for Maomao and Jinshi. The trailer also shows a mysterious boy who holds the key to the story, as well as new characters, raising expectations for how they will take part in the film.

The film tells a completely new original story by original author Natsu Hyuga. It is described as the largest mystery in the series to date, with the secret of the body and hidden treasure intricately intertwined. In the latter half of the trailer, Maomao says, “What kind of secret could they be hiding?” as the video depicts the clashing intentions of various characters, suggesting a grand drama that deserves to be seen on the big screen.

The teaser visual shows dazzling treasures illuminated by the torch held by Maomao inside a cave. In the depths of the cave, a burning opposite shore and numerous flaming arrows can be seen. Departing from the series’ usual glamorous palace atmosphere, the visual becomes a grand piece that blends beauty with danger. As the tagline says, “That mystery will lead to hidden treasure,” the image hints at new puzzles and a fierce development awaiting Maomao and Jinshi as they pursue the treasure.

Muqing, played by Ise, is a boy from the Mi clan, which governs the lively water city of Minanzhou visited by Maomao and Jinshi. Behind Muqing, who pleads with a frightened expression, “Please help me,” what kind of mystery is hidden?

In addition, new visuals of Maomao and Jinshi wearing their theatrical film costumes have been released. Maomao is shown in an outfit based on her signature green clothing, with her arms crossed and an intelligent gaze directed forward. Jinshi appears in an elegant travel outfit centered on deep blue tones, retaining his beautiful appearance. These visuals will serve as general promotional visuals for the theatrical film.

The series is a mystery entertainment story in which Maomao, the daughter of an apothecary with an unusual obsession with poisons and medicine, and Jinshi, a mysterious and beautiful eunuch, take on difficult cases that occur one after another within the imperial court. The original work is written by Natsu Hyuga, with illustrations by Touko Shino, and the series has surpassed 45 million copies in circulation. The third season of the TV anime will air in two split cours, in October and April 2027.

Source : ORICON NEWS