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New Details Revealed for the Movie *The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure*, Including Kenshi Yonezu’s Theme Song!

The theme song for *The Movie: The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure*, based on the novel by Hinata Natsu, has been confirmed as “Haru ga Akari” by Kenshi Yonezu!

Along with the latest trailer and main visual, a slew of new information has been unveiled, including the first round of theater-goer giveaways, the premiere screening, the second round of “Muvichike” advance tickets, and a special edition broadcast on “Friday Roadshow.”

Key Points of This Article

・”The Movie: The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” opens on Friday, December 11, 2026
・The theme song is Kenshi Yonezu’s new song “Haru ga Akari” , and the latest trailer has been released
・The first round of theater-goer gifts is a special booklet containing an original short story by Natsuki Hyuga (limited to a total of 1.5 million people nationwide)
・ A premiere screening will be held on Saturday, December 5, and the second round of “Muvichike” advance tickets will go on sale starting Friday, November 13
・A special edition will air on “Friday Roadshow” starting at 9:00 PM on Friday, December 11
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New Information on *The Apothecary’s Soliloquy: The Late Empress’s Treasure*

A completely new story in which Momo and Jin-shi visit Minan Province—a territory directly controlled by the “Mi Clan”—to return the body of Wakasei, the Middle-Ranked Consort who passed away five years ago, to her hometown.

The latest visual has been unveiled, featuring the film’s characters all gathered together: a battered Momo and Muqing, Jin holding a sword, Wakaharu and Ginzan in a prayer-like pose, and the Huashe Gang working behind the scenes!

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The theme song is “Haru ga Tomori” by Kenshi Yonezu

The theme song is “Haru ga Tomori” (read: Haru ga Tomori), a new composition by Kenshi Yonezu!

The song was completed following discussions between author Natsuki Hyuga and director Norihiro Naganuma, and Kenshi Yonezu has commented that he was greatly influenced by the children’s songs “Tulip” and “Antagata Dokosa.”

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Theatrical Film “The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” Theme Song
Song Title “Haru ga Tomori” (Spring Lights Up)
Artist Kenshi Yonezu
Lyrics & Music Kenshi Yonezu
Arrangement Kenshi Yonezu, Yo Toomi
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The latest trailer, featuring the theme song, depicts a series of incidents intertwined around a hidden treasure.

Character Relationship Chart Also Revealed

To coincide with the release of the latest trailer, a character relationship chart summarizing the connections between characters in the movie—including the Mi Clan, the water pirates known as the Kaja-dan, the late Empress Wakaharu, and former Chief Lady-in-Waiting Ginzan—has also been unveiled!

Keep an eye on the series’ biggest mystery yet—a puzzle revolving around the treasure hidden in the floating city—and find out what the tagline for the latest visual, “The Hidden Truth, The Final Wish,” really means.

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The first theater giveaway is a special booklet

The first theater giveaway is a special booklet featuring “Sunflowers on the Way Home,” an epilogue to the movie written exclusively by Natsuki Hyuga.

This booklet, which also includes cast interviews and original artwork for the teaser visuals, will be distributed to a limited total of 1.5 million people nationwide!

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“The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” (Theatrical Version) First Round of Theater-Goer Gifts
Title “The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” Movie Theater Giveaway Booklet—Sunflowers on the Way Home—
Distribution Starts Friday, December 11, 2026—
Quantity Limited to 1.5 million people nationwide
Contents Original Novel by Natsuki Hyuga: “Sunflowers on the Way Home”
Interview with the Original Author: Natsuki Hyuga
Cast Interviews: Aoi Yuki (as Momo)/Tsuyoshi Otsuka (as Ninji)/ Marika Ise (as Mu Qing)
Original Art for the Teaser Visual

*One copy will be distributed per person who watches the film at participating theaters.
*Quantities are limited by theater and will end when supplies run out.
*This bonus item is not for sale. Resale, copying, reproduction, or repurposing of the contents is prohibited.

Premiere Screening on December 5

A premiere screening has been scheduled for Saturday, December 5!

In addition to Aoi Yuki and Tsuyoshi Otsuka, a stage greeting will be held featuring Ai Mikami, Mariya Ise, Kensho Ono, and Miyuki Sawashiro, who portray the original characters in the theatrical film.

“The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” (Theatrical Release) Premiere Screening
Date December 5, 2026 (Sat)
Venue A location in Tokyo
Panelists Aoi Yuki, Tsuyoshi Otsuka, Ai Mikami, Mariya Ise, Kensho Ono, Miyuki Sawashiro
Application Lottery registration scheduled via the official website, LINE, TOHO-ONE, and other channels

*Details such as the event time and application method will be announced at a later date.

The second batch of Muvichike advance tickets goes on sale November 13

Two types of second-round Muvichike advance tickets—one featuring artwork of Momo and Jin in their theatrical costumes, and another using original artwork from the latest key visual depicting Momo, Jin, and Mu Qing—will go on sale sequentially starting Friday, November 13!

As a pre-sale bonus available at theaters nationwide, a limited-edition clear file featuring the teaser visual will be given to a total of 50,000 people.

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*Designs may vary depending on the retailer.
*Pre-sale tickets bundled with original merchandise will also be available at TOHO animation STORE and FamilyMart.

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Special Edition to Air on “Friday Roadshow”

Starting at 9:00 PM on Friday, December 11—the theatrical release date—the “The Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Friday Roadshow Special Edition will air!

This special edition features exclusive new footage that leads into the final scene of Season 2.

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Three Books to Celebrate the Film’s Release and a Manga Serialization

On Wednesday, December 9, three books celebrating the film’s release—including *The Apothecary’s Soliloquy: The Late Queen’s Treasure*—will go on sale simultaneously!

Starting the same day, the manga serialization of .


To Celebrate the Movie Release: Three Books Released Simultaneously

“Manga: The Apothecary’s Musings: The Late Empress’s Treasure” Serialization
© Natsuki Hyuga, ImagiKa Infos / “The Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Production Committee

To Celebrate the Release: 3 Books (On sale Wednesday, December 9)
Shogakukan “The Apothecary’s Musings: Momo’s Harem Mystery Notebook” Vol. 23 (Art by Minoro Kurata)
Imagica Infos “The Apothecary’s Musings: The Late Empress’s Treasure” (Novel by Natsuki Hyuga)
Square Enix *The Apothecary’s Soliloquy: Side Story—Xiao Lan’s Memoirs* (Manga by Kazuki Nanao)

*The manga *The Apothecary’s Soliloquy: The Late Empress’s Treasure* is illustrated by Akino Kubonaka.

The Movie: The Apothecary’s Musings: The Late Empress’s Treasure Opens December 11! New Information, Including the Theme Song, Revealed!

©2026 The Movie “The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure” Production Committee ©Natsu Hyuga, ImagiCa Infos
“The Apothecary’s Tale: The Secret Treasure of the Late Empress” Movie Overview
Official Website

New Information on “The Apothecary’s Tale: The Late Empress’s Treasure”
Release Date Friday, December 11, 2026
Theme Song Kenshi Yonezu’s “Spring Lights”
First Round of Theater-Goer Giveaways Special Booklet—Sunflowers on the Way Home— (Starting December 11—Limited to a total of 1.5 million people nationwide)
Premiere Screening Saturday, December 5, 2026—A venue in Tokyo
Second Round of “Muvichike” Advance Tickets On sale sequentially starting Friday, November 13, 2026
Ticket Page
TV Broadcast “The Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Friday Roadshow Special Edition
Friday, December 11, 2026, 9:00 PM~
Official X @kusuriya_PR

Frequently Asked Questions about “The Apothecary’s Tale: The Secret Treasure of the Late Empress”

What is the theme song for the movie?

It is “Haru ga Tomori” (read: Haru ga Tomori). The lyrics and music were written by Kenshi Yonezu, and the arrangement was done by Kenshi Yonezu and Yo Toomi.

What is included in the first round of theater-goer bonuses?

It is a special booklet containing a short story titled “Sunflowers on the Way Home,” written exclusively for this release by Natsuki Hyuga, as well as interviews with the original author and cast, and original artwork for the teaser visuals. Starting Friday, December 11, it will be distributed to a limited total of 1.5 million people nationwide, with one booklet given per person who attends a screening.

When will the second round of “Muvichike” advance tickets go on sale?

They will go on sale sequentially starting Friday, November 13, 2026. There are two designs, and the design varies depending on the retailer.

When will the “Friday Roadshow” broadcast air?

The “The Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Friday Roadshow Special Edition will air on Friday, December 11, 2026, starting at 9:00 PM.

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Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.

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