Full Prize Lineup Revealed for New The Apothecary Diaries Ichiban Kuji
Bandai Spirits has revealed the full prize lineup for a new Ichiban Kuji dedicated to the hit historical mystery anime series, The Apothecary Diaries.
“Ichiban Kuji TV Anime The Apothecary Diaries” brings the drama of the rear palace to fans with an array of beautiful figures and daily goods.
Ichiban Kuji operates as a no-lose prize lottery system where every ticket purchased guarantees a physical reward from a tiered list.
Based on the wildly popular light novel series written by Natsu Hyuga, The Apothecary Diaries has drawn in audiences globally with its unique blend of political intrigue, medical problem-solving, and engaging character dynamics.
The story follows Maomao, an intelligent and pragmatic apothecary who finds herself working as a servant in the emperor’s rear palace.
Using her extensive knowledge of poisons and medicine, she catches the eye of the influential and enigmatic Jinshi, leading her to solve various mysteries within the royal court.
This new lottery captures the charm of the anime by focusing heavily on Maomao and Jinshi across a variety of high-quality merchandise, ranging from detailed figures to beautifully designed stationery that fans can use in their daily lives.
The full prize lineup for the lottery is as follows:
- Prize A: Maomao MASTERLISE Figure
A 22cm figure depicting the protagonist in her striking dancer outfit from the first season’s finale.
- Prize B: Acrylic Board
A B5-sized board featuring an original illustration of Maomao and Jinshi in unique outfits.
- Prize C: Acrylic Stand
Two selectable stands featuring Maomao at 11.5cm and Jinshi at 14cm in their original outfits.
- Prize D: Chokonokko Figure
Four random 4.5cm chibi-style figures featuring Maomao and Jinshi with two different facial expressions each.
- Prize E: Embroidered Can Badge
Six random 5cm badges showcasing stylish designs inspired by the characters and their outfits.
- Prize F: Towel
Six selectable 25cm jacquard towels decorated with tassels for a premium feel.
- Prize G: Decorative Plate
Ten random 9cm plates featuring character-inspired designs and colors.
- Prize H: Stationery Assortment
Six selectable options including B5 notebooks, 7.5cm sticky notes, A4 clear files, and 8.5cm stickers decorated with key scenes.
- Last One Prize: Maomao MASTERLISE OP Color Ver. Figure
A special 22cm variant of the A Prize painted with glitter to recreate the look of the opening sequence, awarded to the customer who buys the final ticket.
- Double Chance Campaign: Maomao MASTERLISE OP Color Ver. Figure
An additional opportunity to win the same 22cm variant figure via a secondary online lottery.
The lottery will be available at various retail locations across Japan, including Lawson, Ministop, Daily Yamazaki, bookstores, and official Ichiban Kuji shops.
“Ichiban Kuji TV Anime The Apothecary Diaries” is scheduled to launch on Friday, June 5, 2026 and the price for a single ticket is ¥770 (approx. $4.98 / £3.96).
An online launch via Ichiban Kuji ONLINE will follow on Monday, June 8.
The lottery may appear at a later date with international retailers and hobby goods stores, including in the US, UK, and Europe, that are authorized to stock Bandai’s Ichiban Kuji lotteries.
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