The Apothecary Diaries Author Natsu Hyuuga Hospitalized Over Health Concerns, Pulls Out of New Zealand Event

The Apothecary Diaries author Natsu Hyuuga has withdrawn from her planned in-person appearance at Overload NZ after revealing that she is currently hospitalized. The New Zealand anime and manga convention is scheduled for September 26 and 27, 2026, with Hyuuga originally announced as one of its guests. The official The Apothecary Diaries account announced the cancellation on September 21, explaining that Hyuuga’s health would take priority. Hyuuga later addressed fans herself, saying that she remains hospitalized and that her blood…