Another World Pharmacy: A thorough review of the fusion of pharmacy and adventure in another world

A comprehensive review and recommendation of Isekai Yakkyoku

Overview

"Isekai Yakkyoku" is a TV anime series that aired from July 10 to September 25, 2022, and is based on a light novel by Takayama Rizu. It tells the story of a modern Japanese pharmaceutical researcher, Yakatani Kanji, who is reincarnated in another world as Farma de Medici, the second son of the prestigious de Medici family of court pharmacists, and uses modern pharmacology and cheat abilities to change the medical care of the other world. In this review, we will provide a detailed explanation and recommendation of "Isekai Yakkyoku" from various perspectives, including the story, characters, production, broadcast information, and music.

■ Story

One day, Kanji Yakatani, a modern Japanese pharmacology researcher, wakes up to find himself reincarnated in another world as Farma de Medici, the second son of the prestigious de Medici family of court pharmacists. In this world, incorrect treatment methods, drug compounding, and spells and incantations that cannot be called medical treatments are rampant, and Farma despairs at the current situation. However, he decides to fight against all kinds of diseases using the modern pharmacology knowledge he gained in his previous life, the cheat ability [material creation & material erasure] he acquired in the other world, and the [divine arts] that only aristocrats can use. He then opens the "Otherworld Pharmacy" in order to widely deliver truly effective medicines to the people.

Pharma's story is a tale of challenge and growth to change medical care in another world, and gives viewers inspiration and hope. In particular, the scene where Pharma uses his knowledge of modern pharmacology to develop a new drug and save many people's lives is moving and captures the hearts of viewers. In addition, the process in which Pharma interacts with the people of another world and deepens his understanding is also fascinating, allowing viewers to fully enjoy the thrill of an otherworldly fantasy.

■ Characters

The characters in "Isekai Yakkyoku" are unique and charming. The protagonist, Farma de Medici, is the reincarnation of Kanji Yakatani, a pharmaceutical researcher in modern Japan, and strives to save many people by making full use of the knowledge from his previous life and the abilities he gained in this world. Farma's character is both kind and strong-willed, deeply moving to viewers.

Pharma's father, Bruno de Medici, has a strict personality but is also kind to his patients, and watches over Pharma's activities from behind the scenes. Eléonore Bonnefoy is Pharma's father's top student, and is a good understanding and reliable older sister to Pharma. Charlotte Sorel has a bright personality and is caring, and is impressive as an employee of the otherworld pharmacy despite being a child.

Elizabeth II is the empress of the Saint-Fleur Empire and an excellent divine art user with great divine power. After Pharma saved her life, she recognized his abilities and began supporting the Otherworld Pharmacy. Blanche de Medici is Pharmacy's younger sister and has a charming, spoiled personality. The human drama woven by these characters is one of the attractions of "Otherworld Pharmacy."

■ Production

The animation for "Isekai Yakkyoku" was produced by Diomedea. It is directed by Keizo Kusakawa, with series composition by Wataru Watari and character design by Mayuko Matsumoto. Art direction is by Tomoyasu Hosoi, color design by Yuki Hayashi, director of photography is Yasuyuki Ito, sound director is Yayoi Tateishi, sound effects by Yasushi Inomata (Zero Wave), sound production by Bit Groove Promotion, music by Tatsuya Kato and Satoshi Takano, and music production by Pony Canyon.

Diomedea's productions are known for their beautiful visuals and meticulous direction, and their technical skills are on full display in "The Pharmacy of Another World." In particular, the scenes in which Farma prepares medicine and the scenes depicting the scenery of the other world are beautiful and have the power to draw the viewer in. The character designs are also attractive, and each character's individuality is well expressed.

■Broadcast information

"Isekai Yakkyoku" was broadcast from July 10 to September 25, 2022. It was broadcast on AT-X, TOKYO MX, Kansai TV (Kantele), and BS Nippon TV at different times. It was also streamed online and could be viewed on d Anime Store, ABEMA, Hikari TV, Nico Nico, Nico Nico Live Broadcast, Nico Nico Channel, GYAO!, FOD, Bandai Channel, Hulu, TELASA, J:COM On Demand, Miru Plus Unlimited Premium, U-NEXT, Animehodai, Amazon, NETFLIX, Disney Plus, Kantele Douga, TVer, and other pay-per-view sites. Rakuten TV, music.jp, Video Market, HAPPY! Video, Crank-in! Video, and Movie Full Plus were available.

In this way, the program can be viewed through a variety of media, allowing viewers to flexibly enjoy the program according to their needs. In addition, many fans gathered during the broadcast period, and the program became a hot topic on social media.

■Music

The opening theme of "Isekai Yakkyoku" is "Dreamy Chronicle", with lyrics by Natsumi Tadanashi, music and arrangement by Motokiyo, and vocals by Kaori Ishihara. The ending theme is "Shiraame", with lyrics by RYO, music and arrangement by Koichi Ikekubo, and vocals by Little Black Dress.

The opening theme, "Dreamy Chronicle," is a bright and refreshing song that symbolizes Farma's dreams and hopes, lifting the hearts of viewers. The ending theme, "White Rain," is a quiet and beautiful song that depicts Farma's suffering and growth, soothing the hearts of viewers. These pieces of music are important elements that add to the atmosphere of the story.

■Recommendation

"Another World Pharmacy" is a work that depicts a new theme of fusing fantasy in another world with modern pharmacology, and is a story that gives viewers inspiration and hope. In particular, Pharma's growth and challenges, the human drama of the characters, and the beautiful visuals and music have the power to draw viewers in. In addition, since it can be viewed on a variety of media, viewers can enjoy it flexibly according to their needs.

This work is recommended for those who like fantasy and medical stories set in another world, those who are looking for a moving story, and those who want to enjoy beautiful visuals and music. Please watch "Isekai Yakkyoku" and experience the story of Pharma.

■Subtitle

The subtitles for each episode of "Isekai Pharmacy" are as follows.

• Episode 1: The Reincarnated Pharmacist and the Other World (2022/07/10)
• Episode 2: Master and Student (2022/07/17)
• Episode 3: The Chief Court Pharmacist and the Reincarnated Pharmacist (2022/07/24)
• Episode 4: The Emperor and the Charter (2022/07/31)
• Episode 5: Daily Life and Cosmetics in an Otherworldly Pharmacy (2022/08/07)
• Episode 6: Brothers and Sisters and the Sea (2022/08/14)
• Episode 7: The Boy Without a Shadow and the Inquisitor (2022/08/21)
• Episode 8: Influenza and the Dawn of Pharmacy (2022/08/28)
• Episode 9: The Story of an Evil Man (2022/09/04)
• Episode 10: Black Death (2022/09/11)
• Episode 11: Miracle of Esturk Village (2022/09/18)
• Episode 12: What He Couldn't Fix (2022/09/25)

■Cast

The cast of "Isekai Pharmacy" is as follows:

• Farma de Medicis: Aki Toyosaki
• Eléonore Bonnefoy: Reina Ueda
• Charlotte Sorel: Kaede Hondo
• Bruno de Medici: Kenji Nomura
• Beatrice de Medici: Aya Endo
• Blanche de Medici: Maria Naganawa
• Palais de Medicis: Takuya Eguchi
• Elisabeth II: Shizuka Ito
• Simon: Michitake Kikuchi
• Cedric Lunot: Nobuo Tobita
• Madeleine: Akiho Saneko
• Alfred: Yuki Tamai
• Camus de Sade: Kazuya Nakai
• Noah: Aoi Ichikawa
• Claude: Hayami Shou
• Astronomer: Yu Wakabayashi
• Louis: Rie Hikasa
• Veron: Yasuhiro Mamiya
• Genre: Takuma Suzuki
• Chloe: Kaori Ishihara
• Chloe's servant: Genki Muro
• Adam: Kenji Akabane
• Salomon: Dai Tsuchida
• Pierre: Yohei Azakami
• Marie: Sai Nakano
• Leonie: Nanako Mori
• Casper: Kiyoko Miyazawa
• Complete healing of Yakuya: Natsuki Hanae
• Chiyu Yakata: Misaki Watada
• Matsumoto: Sayumi Suzushiro
• Chiara: Misaki Yuki

■ Main staff

The main staff of "Isekai Pharmacy" are as follows:

• Original author: Takayama Rizu ("Otherworld Pharmacy" MF Books/KADOKAWA)
• Character design: keepout
• Director: Keizo Kusakawa
• Series Composition: Wataru
• Character design: Mayuko Matsumoto
• Art director: Tomoyasu Hosoi
• Color design: Yuki Hayashi
• Director of photography: Yasuyuki Ito
• Sound Director: Yayoi Tateishi
• Sound effects: Yasushi Inomata (Zero Wave)
• Sound Production: Bit Groove Promotion
• Music: Tatsuya Kato, Satoshi Takano
• Music Production: Pony Canyon
• Animation production: Diomedea
• Production: "Isekai Pharmacy" Production Committee

■Copyright

©2022 Takayama Rizu/MF Books/"Isekai Yakkyoku" Production Committee