【Interview】“If I were to undress someone, it would be Jinshi (laughs).” What meticulous consideration does author Hyūganatsu give to expression in The Apothecary Diaries?

——There is a Jinshi-sama who is undressed in this exhibition, too, right (lol)?

Hyūganatsu：Exactly! Jinshi is relatively easy to get approved from a modern compliance standpoint (lol). Since it has become a bit difficult for the girls, I say, "If I were to undress someone, it would be Jinshi!" (lol).

Speaking of such differences in compliance, during the hot spring/bath collaboration, even though it was only a footbath, if they were too close it might look like mixed bathing. So, I requested that "Jinshi alone should keep his distance from the girls."

——Taking the heat like that is very typical of Jinshi-sama! Thank you very much for your time today!

At the "Original Novel The Apothecary Diaries Exhibition," fans will find must-see exhibits, including a section that unravels the authorial style of Hyūganatsu. We highly encourage you to visit the exhibition to deepen your understanding of The Apothecary Diaries' world.

Original Novel The Apothecary Diaries Exhibition: Poisons, Medicines, Science, and Mystery
Venue: Space 634 (Tokyo Solamachi（R） 5F East Yard Block 11)
Period: December 5 (Friday) – December 25 (Thursday), 2025

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Illustration: Tōko Shino