The Apothecary Diaries (2023–present)

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TMDb8.587/10· 566 votes

About The Apothecary Diaries

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!

Cast of The Apothecary Diaries

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  Aoi Yuuki

  as Maomao (voice)

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  Takeo Otsuka

  as Jinshi (voice)

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  Katsuyuki Konishi

  as Gaoshun (voice)

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  Hina Kino

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  Yui Ishikawa

Our take on The Apothecary Diaries

This acclaimed anime follows Maomao, a sharp-witted apothecary sold into the emperor's palace, who solves poisonings and court intrigues with cool deductive brilliance. Elegant, clever and quietly subversive, it blends mystery, history and slow-burn romance. If its detective wit and palace intrigue hooked you, seek out mystery anime and historical dramas led by brilliant, observant women.