Apothecary Diaries Movie Ichiban Kuji: Maomao & Jinshi (Dec 2026)
The Apothecary Diaries movie Ichiban Kuji goes on sale in Japan on December 5, 2026, and this guide lays out every prize confirmed so far, what is still unannounced, and how collectors outside Japan can secure one. The set is a tie-in with the film The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress' Treasure, which opens in Japanese theaters on December 11. Two figures anchor the lineup: an A-prize Maomao and a B-prize Jinshi, both sculpted in Bandai Spirits' new Dioramiquemaster style, plus a Last One Maomao figure for the final ticket. Below you will find the price, sizes, and full tier list, how this movie set differs from the June 2026 TV-anime kuji, and where to draw it from Japan.
What the Apothecary Diaries movie Ichiban Kuji is
Ichiban Kuji is a paid in-store lottery that Bandai Spirits runs in Japan. Every ticket wins a numbered prize, so there are no blanks, and whoever draws the final ticket in a set also takes home an exclusive Last One prize. This particular set is the film tie-in for The Apothecary Diaries, listed by Bandai as the Ichiban Kuji for the movie The Deceased Empress' Treasure.
Here is the set at a glance, taken from Bandai Spirits' official Ichiban Kuji Club listing:
- Release date: December 5, 2026, with a rolling launch across stores
- Price: ¥800 per draw, tax included
- Prize tiers: eight lettered tiers, A through H, plus a Last One prize and a Double Chance campaign
- Headline figures: Maomao (A prize) and Jinshi (B prize), both in the new Dioramiquemaster line
- Movie tie-in: the film opens in Japan on December 11, 2026
The Apothecary Diaries has been one of the most widely watched simulcast anime of the past two seasons, so its figures tend to move quickly with overseas fans. A film tie-in draw that arrives just before the movie opens concentrates that interest into a narrow window, which is worth planning around if you buy from outside Japan.
Because the draw begins six days before the film opens, in-store demand is likely to be front-loaded rather than spread across the month. Akibato ships Ichiban Kuji figures and Last One prizes worldwide from Japan, so you can browse the current in-stock Ichiban Kuji collection while you decide whether to chase this set.
Every confirmed prize in the December 2026 lineup
As of the latest announcement, only the two Dioramiquemaster figures and the Last One prize have been revealed. Bandai lists the C through H tiers as still to come, so the smaller goods, plush, and flat items will be shown closer to launch.
| Tier | Prize | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A | Maomao Dioramiquemaster | approx. 15 cm |
| B | Jinshi Dioramiquemaster | approx. 16 cm |
| C–H | Not yet announced | revealed nearer the December 5 launch |
| Last One | Maomao figure | approx. 18 cm, final-ticket bonus |
| Double Chance | Maomao figure | separate mail-in campaign |
A Prize: Maomao Dioramiquemaster (about 15 cm)
The A prize is a seated Maomao figure that captures a single scene rather than a plain pose, with the surrounding scenery built into the base. It stands about 15 cm tall and is the centerpiece of the set.
B Prize: Jinshi Dioramiquemaster (about 16 cm)
The B prize gives Jinshi the same Dioramiquemaster treatment, again as a seated figure worked into a detailed scenic base. At roughly 16 cm, it is designed to sit alongside the Maomao A prize as a pair.
Last One Prize: Maomao figure (about 18 cm)
The Last One prize, which only the final ticket in a set claims, is a separate Maomao figure of about 18 cm. Last One prizes are usually the hardest pieces to obtain because a store has to sell down to its very last ticket, so overseas buyers typically source them secondhand. Our explainer on the Ichiban Kuji Last One prize covers how it works and why it commands a premium.
What "Dioramiquemaster" means for collectors
Dioramiquemaster is a Bandai Spirits prize-figure line built around a single captured moment. Instead of a character on a bare disc, the base is part of the picture: the announced Maomao and Jinshi pieces are seated figures set into scenery, with details such as a bench and blooming flowers worked into each base.
That is a different pitch from MASTERLISE, Bandai's premium standard for character prize figures, which puts the emphasis on the sculpt and paint of the figure itself. If you are new to these labels, our guide to what MASTERLISE means and whether the figures are worth it explains how prize-figure tiers are graded.
For display, that scene-based design is both the appeal and the trade-off. A Dioramiquemaster figure needs a little more shelf depth than a plain-base prize figure because the scenery extends the footprint, but a matched Maomao-and-Jinshi pair reads as a single diorama rather than two separate statues. That is the main reason many collectors will want both the A and B prizes instead of settling for one.
How this set compares to the June 2026 TV-anime kuji
The Apothecary Diaries already had one Ichiban Kuji earlier in 2026. That TV-anime set launched on June 5, 2026 at ¥770 per draw and led with a Maomao MASTERLISE figure in her dancer costume, with a Last One Maomao MASTERLISE in opening-theme colors.
The December movie set differs in three ways collectors will notice:
- Figure line: Dioramiquemaster scene figures instead of the June set's MASTERLISE character figure.
- Two headline figures: both Maomao and Jinshi get top-tier figures, where the June set led with Maomao alone.
- Price: ¥800 per draw versus ¥770 in June, a small step up.
For a fan who already drew the June set, the movie kuji is not a repeat: the seated, scene-based sculpts and the addition of a Jinshi figure make it a distinct display piece rather than another version of the same pose.
When the movie and Season 3 arrive
The kuji sits inside a busy stretch for the franchise. Season 3 of the TV anime premiered on October 2, 2026 as a split cour, with the second part scheduled for April 2027. The film, The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress' Treasure, is an original story by author Natsu Hyuga produced by Toho Animation Studio, opening in Japan on December 11, 2026.
If you are catching up before the film, our guide on where to watch Apothecary Diaries Season 3 covers the streaming plan and a recap, and our breakdown of the Deceased Empress' Treasure movie covers the story and release details.
How to draw this Ichiban Kuji outside Japan
Ichiban Kuji is a physical, in-store lottery, so you cannot draw it yourself from abroad. There are two practical routes for overseas collectors:
- Have a store or proxy pull tickets for you. A Japan-based shop or proxy service draws on your behalf while stock lasts; this is the only way to have a real shot at the Last One prize.
- Buy the specific figure secondhand. Once the set is out, individual prizes are sold as singles, which is the reliable way to get exactly the Maomao or Jinshi figure you want without drawing duplicates.
Either way, timing matters: draws roll out from December 5 and continue only while stock lasts, so popular sets can sell through in the first weekend. Our walkthrough on how to buy Ichiban Kuji outside Japan compares the options in detail. This is one of several December 2026 draws; for the month before it, see our November 2026 Ichiban Kuji calendar.
Apothecary Diaries movie Ichiban Kuji FAQ
When does the Apothecary Diaries movie Ichiban Kuji release?
It launches in Japan on December 5, 2026, with a rolling release across convenience stores, bookshops, and hobby shops. That is six days before the film opens on December 11.
How much is one draw?
Each draw is ¥800, tax included, according to Bandai Spirits' official listing.
What is the Last One prize?
The Last One prize is a Maomao figure of about 18 cm, awarded only to whoever draws the final ticket in a set. There is also a separate Double Chance campaign offering another Maomao figure.
Are the C to H prizes announced?
Not yet. Bandai has confirmed the A prize (Maomao), B prize (Jinshi), and Last One prize; tiers C through H are listed as still to be revealed and will be shown closer to launch.
Is this the same as the June 2026 Apothecary Diaries kuji?
No. The June 5, 2026 set was a TV-anime kuji at ¥770 that led with a Maomao MASTERLISE figure in her dancer costume. The December set is a movie tie-in at ¥800 built on the Dioramiquemaster line, with both Maomao and Jinshi as headline figures.
Where can I buy it outside Japan?
You can have a Japan-based store or proxy draw tickets for you, or buy the individual figure secondhand after release. Akibato ships Ichiban Kuji prizes worldwide from Japan.
Which prizes to chase
Until the full tier list is out, the case is simple. The two Dioramiquemaster figures are the reason to draw: as a Maomao-and-Jinshi pair on matching scenic bases, they display as a set in a way single figures do not, and the Last One Maomao is the piece most worth sourcing secondhand if you miss it in the draw. Wait for the C-to-H reveal before deciding how many tickets are worth it.
Set your budget before you start. At ¥800 a draw, chasing one specific figure through repeated tickets adds up quickly, and no single ticket is guaranteed to land the A or B prize. If all you want is the Maomao or Jinshi Dioramiquemaster, buying that figure as a single after release is usually cheaper and certain than drawing for it. Save the live draw for when you want a shot at the Last One prize or the full spread of tiers.
If the Dioramiquemaster pair has you wanting to build an Apothecary Diaries shelf, you can browse Akibato's in-stock Ichiban Kuji figures shipped worldwide from Japan.