The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress' Treasure

Name: The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress' Treasure
Director: Norihiro Naganuma
Genre: Animation, Drama, Mystery
Released: 2026-12-11

Film2026Opening 11 Dec 2026

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Director: Norihiro Naganuma
Language: Japanese
Released: 2026-12-11
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The story follows Maomao and Jinshi as they travel to the hometown of a concubine who died five years ago in the imperial harem, to return her remains to her homeland. There, they encounter pirates, hidden treasures, the secret of the Empress' remains, and a mysterious boy who holds the key to the story.

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