The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Sequel

#news #anime July 04, 2025

by Carla Bianca Carreon

The Apothecary Diaries anime announced a sequel following the conclusion of Season 2 earlier today. Announcement video is now available:

The Apothecary Diaries is a Japanese light novel series by author Natsu Hyuga and illustrator Toko Shino. It was adapted into manga twice; once by Itsuki Nanao (series composition) and Nekokurage (artist) in Square Enix's Monthly Big Gangan and once by Minoji Kurata in Shogakukan’s Monthly Sunday Gene-X.

An anime adaptation was produced by Toho Animation Studio and OLM in 2023. The second season premiered in January 2025. Crunchyroll describes the plot:

Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!

Source: The Apothecary Diaries Official Website
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