The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 has officially released a brand-new trailer showcasing its ending theme song, "AIYOU" by Eve, as anticipation builds for the October 2, 2026 premiere. This upcoming installment serves as a major narrative stepping stone, leading directly into a newly announced theatrical feature film penned by original author Natsu Hyuuga, scheduled for a December 11 release in Japan. Meanwhile, the second cour of Season 3 has already secured its arrival for April 2027.
Earlier promotional materials confirmed that Yorushika will perform the opening theme song, "Kumo wo Nuke Kazashimo e Watashi Dake". Studio OLM returns to helm the animation production, maintaining the intricate aesthetic that has defined the imperial court drama thus far. The production team brings together a seasoned creative lineup directed by Akinori Fudesaka, with series composition by Norihiro Naganuma and character designs by Yukiko Nakatani. Musical composition duties are shared by Satoru Kosaki, Kevin Penkin, and Arisa Okehazama, ensuring a rich sonic landscape for Maomao's continued investigations.
The Continuing Imperial Chronicles
Natsu Hyuuga's celebrated light novel series, featuring illustrations by Toko Shino and serialization under Shunfunotomo, continues to expand its footprint across multiple mediums. Following Maomao’s involuntary transition from a shrewd apothecary to a palace servant entangled with the enigmatic Jinshi, the franchise has blossomed into a multi-platform powerhouse encompassing manga adaptations, an upcoming console game, and a live-action series adaptation slated for 2028.
