The Apothecary Diaries

Maomao, an apothecary's daughter, has been plucked from her peaceful life and sold to the lowest echelons of the imperial court. Now merely a maid, Maomao settles into her new mundane life and hides her extensive knowledge of medicine in order to avoid any unwanted attention.

Not long after Maomao's arrival, the emperor's infant children inexplicably begin to experience grave symptoms—almost as if a curse has been cast. The curious Maomao easily solves the mystery and, to remain out of the limelight, attempts to leave an anonymous tip. Unfortunately, the dashing and perceptive eunuch Jinshi sees through it and manages to single her out.

In recognition of her talent, Maomao is promoted to lady-in-waiting for the emperor's favorite concubine, Gyokuyou. As Maomao continues to remedy the numerous ailments afflicting the imperial court, her pharmaceutical expertise quickly proves indispensable.

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English: The Apothecary Diaries
Synonyms: The Pharmacist's Monologue, Drugstore Soliloquy
Japanese: 薬屋のひとりごと
Type: TV
Episodes: 24
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 22, 2023 to Mar 24, 2024
Score: 8.84
Premiered: Fall 2023
Broadcast: Sundays at 01:05 (JST)
Producers: Dentsu, Square Enix, Nippon Television Network, TOHO animation, Shogakukan, Imagica Infos
Licensors: Crunchyroll
Studios: OLM, TOHO animation STUDIO
Source: Light novel
Genres: Drama, Mystery
Themes: Historical, Medical
Duration: 22 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older