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The Apothecary Diaries (2023)

AnimationMysteryDrama
Rating 8.7 708
Seasons1
Episodes60
StatusReturning Series

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!

Watch S1 E1 Latest: S1 E54
Network
Nippon TV, RAB, TVI, JRT
First aired
Oct 22, 2023
Last aired
Nov 6, 2026
Episode runtime
23m
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese
Next episode: S1 E55 · The BetNov 13, 2026 · Airing today

Seasons & episodes

The Apothecary Diaries Season 1 poster

Season 1

60 episodes · 2023

Start from E1
E11. MaomaoOct 22, 2023 · 23m 7.8After being kidnapped and forced to work as a servant in the rear palace, former apothecary Maomao inadvertently draws the attention of the higher ranks when she investigates what…E22. Chilly ApothecaryOct 22, 2023 · 23m 7.2Maomao tries to settle into her promotion to lady-in-waiting and food taster, but struggles to fend off both boredom and the overly-familiar Jinshi. That is, until she gets an ass…E33. The Unsettling Matter of the SpiritOct 22, 2023 · 23m 7.1Tasked with investigating a ghostly woman dancing nightly on the palace walls, Maomao finds a sleepwalking Concubine Fuyou. But with no medicinal cure for sleepwalking, she's forc…E44. The ThreatOct 29, 2023 · 23m 8.0Under direct orders from the emperor himself, Maomao tries to care for an ailing Concubine Lihua, but finds her work impeded by Lihua's own ladies-in-waiting.E55. Covert OperationsNov 5, 2023 · 23m 7.5A eunuch stricken by a curse comes begging for aid. Meanwhile, the rear palace buzzes with excitement as everyone prepares for the upcoming garden party, and Gyokuyou's ladies-in-…E66. The Garden PartyNov 12, 2023 · 23m 8.0Maomao does her best to navigate the complex social situations at the garden party, including meeting the other Upper First rank concubines. But once she settles down to do her wo…E77. HomecomingNov 19, 2023 · 23m 7.5Gaoshun goes to Maomao to get her help in resolving the events of the garden party. Later, Xiaolan explains the purpose of the hairpins Maomao was gifted, and Maomao makes a deal…E88. Wheat StalksNov 26, 2023 · 23m 7.3Maomao's peaceful morning at home is interrupted when she's called in to investigate an apparent double suicide at one of the local brothels.E99. Suicide or Murder?Dec 3, 2023 · 23m 7.5An older acquaintance of Jinshi's dies while drinking at a party. A servant's body turns up in a moat. Both deaths are written off as self-inflicted, but Maomao's keen observation…E1010. HoneyDec 10, 2023 · 23m 8.0A tea party hosted by Lady Gyokuyou puts the politics of the rear palace at the forefront, and Maomao learns something new about Lady Lishu. His true intentions unclear, Jinshi se…E1111. Reducing Two to OneDec 17, 2023 · 23m 7.1Maomao confronts Fengming about the dark secret she's been hiding from her noble Lady Ah-Duo.E1212. The Eunuch and the CourtesanDec 24, 2023 · 23m 6.8Discovering that Maomao's kidnappers were connected to Fengming's family, Jinshi is faced with a choice between keeping Maomao in the rear palace where he can be near her or relea…E1313. Serving in the Outer CourtJan 7, 2024 · 23m 7.5To Maomao's surprise, Jinshi brings her directly to his house instead of taking her back to the rear palace, and tells her she's to work in the outer court. Not only is there much…E1414. The New Pure ConsortJan 14, 2024 · 23m 7.5Ah-Duo's replacement has arrived in the rear palace, and Maomao is assigned to give a certain lecture to all four high concubines. Later, Maomao helps Lihaku investigate a warehou…E1515. Raw FishJan 21, 2024 · 23m 7.0Gaoshun requests Maomao's help in solving an apparent poisoning case. Meanwhile, Jinshi deals with an unwelcome visitor who's taken to lingering in his office.E1616. LeadJan 28, 2024 · 23m 7.3A shack, a chest of drawers, and a fishbowl are all that a talented metalworker leaves to his three sons upon his death. Maomao is assigned to investigate how these strange inheri…E1717. A Jaunt Around TownFeb 4, 2024 · 23m 7.8Covering up Jinshi's otherworldly beauty is no easy task, but after Maomao takes the challenge head-on, she's surprised when she's also asked to don the disguise of a noblewoman a…E1818. LakanFeb 11, 2024 · 23m 7.8Back at home, Maomao visits an annex building at the Verdigris House that hides one of the brothel's secrets. Lakan continues to antagonize Jinshi as his connection to Maomao beco…E1919. Chance or Something MoreFeb 18, 2024 · 23m 8.2A discussion with Lihaku about recent events leads Maomao to realize that the mysteries she's helped to solve are connected. As the final piece of the puzzle falls into place, she…E2020. ThornappleFeb 25, 2024 · 23m 7.9Maomao was able to stop the assassination attempt, but was heavily injured in the process. However, the injuries aren't enough to stop her curiosity, driving her to confront the c…E2121. How to Buy Out a ContractMar 3, 2024 · 23m 7.7Back to work at the rear palace, Maomao listens to Guen talk about his family's business. Meanwhile, Lihaku hears a rumor that whips him into action.E2222. Blue RosesMar 10, 2024 · 23m 7.8Lakan challenges Jinshi to produce blue roses to present at the upcoming garden party, forcing Jinshi to turn once again to Maomao for her help.E2323. Balsam and WoodsorrelMar 17, 2024 · 23m 8.0No longer willing to keep running away from Lakan, Maomao decides to face off against him. She challenges him on his own turf, in a chess match.E2424. Jinshi and MaomaoMar 24, 2024 · 23m 8.1Lakan must now choose a courtesan to buy out. As a high-ranking military official, he can afford to freely choose, even from one of the Three Princesses. Who will he choose? Who d…E2525. Maomao and MaomaoJan 10, 2025 · 24m 8.2The spring garden party concludes without incident. Maomao returns to her regular life as Concubine Gyokuyou’s taster. Meanwhile, novels become popular in the rear palace. Maomao…E2626. CaravanJan 17, 2025 · 24m 7.9The caravan stirs up excitement in the inner palace. The merchants bring all kinds of goods. However, something gives Maomao a bad feeling.E2727. Corpse FungusJan 24, 2025 · 24m 7.6A concubine passes away, and a woman goes missing. Jinshi sends Maomao to investigate - not these incidents, but mushrooms growing in the rear palace.E2828. MirrorJan 31, 2025 · 24m 7.2The special envoy from a foreign land gifts mirrors - a rarity in this country - to the high concubines. However, they bring mysteries as well.E2929. The Moon FairyFeb 7, 2025 · 24m 8.2In order to realize the seemingly impossible request from the foreign envoy, Maomao speaks to the “Moon Fairy” herself.E3030. The Crystal Pavilion, for the Third TimeFeb 14, 2025 · 24m 8.2The woman from the clinic finds out that Maomao knows a thing or two about medicine, and asks for her help.E3131. The Shrine of ChoosingFeb 21, 2025 · 24m 8.1Maomao directs her curiosity towards an old, oddly-shaped building.E3232. The Empress DowagerFeb 28, 2025 · 24m 8.1Maomao's reputation for resolving conflicts reaches the empress dowager, who will ask for her help to unravel a mystery that won't leave her mind.E3333. The Late EmperorMar 7, 2025 · 24m 8.5Maomao's investigation of the "curse" reveals more about the late emperor than anticipated.E3434. A Ghost StoryMar 14, 2025 · 24m 6.8Maomao joins some women exchanging scary stories on a hot summer night to provide chills.E3535. The HuntMar 21, 2025 · 24m 8.4Jinshi goes on a hunting trip, and brings Maomao along. He seems ready to share his secret with her.E3636. Ka ZuigetsuMar 28, 2025 · 24m 7.9Maomao discovers Jinshi's secret. She wants nothing to do with whatever the politics behind it is.E3737. The BathsApr 4, 2025 · 24m 6.8Xiaolan's term of service is almost up, so she must find a new job. Maomao and Shisui decide to help.E3838. The Dancing GhostApr 11, 2025 · 24m 7.6Concubine Lishu reports sightings of a ghost in the baths in her pavilion. Maomao goes to investigate.E3939. IceApr 18, 2025 · 24m 8.1Xiaolan accidentally ruins an expensive block of ice. Maomao comes up with a delicious backup plan.E4040. Festering ResentmentApr 25, 2025 · 24m 8.2Luomen returns to the rear palace. His observations trigger Maomao's curiosity.E4141. The Fox VillageMay 2, 2025 · 24m 8.1Suirei smuggles Maomao and Shisui out of the rear palace. Jinshi begins to search for Maomao.E4242. Lantern PlantMay 9, 2025 · 24m 8.5Maomao has been missing for ten days now. Jinshi's investigations lead him to a forgotten graveyard.E4343. FestivalMay 23, 2025 · 24m 7.8The village holds a festival. Maomao attends, and Shisui introduces some of the village's history to her.E4444. The StrongholdMay 30, 2025 · 24m 8.2Maomao is taken to a mountain stronghold, where many of the secrets of the Shi clan are revealed to her.E4545. TaibonJun 6, 2025 · 24m 7.1Maomao is accused of attempting to escape, and is tossed into an ancient method of torture and execution.E4646. Royal GuardJun 13, 2025 · 24m 8.4The royal guard, led by Jinshi, arrives, sealing the Shi clan's fate. Maomao wants to save her friend, Shisui.E4747. The Shi ClanJun 27, 2025 · 24m 8.1Jinshi and his forces infiltrate the stronghold, cornering the remaining Shi clan members.E4848. The BeginningJul 4, 2025 · 24m 8.3After the war, Jinshi's work piles up and Maomao returns to the pleasure district.E4949. LocustsOct 2, 2026 · 24m 6.8A locust plague is looming, and mysteriously, a book on insects belonging to the Shi clan appears.E5050. The Fire-Rat CloakOct 9, 2026 · 24m 7.5An interesting cloak points Maomao's imagination towards international politics.E5151. Let Them Eat CakeOct 16, 2026 · 24m 7.5Maomao treats a sick girl, but food poisoning and malnutrition are not the true problems that need solving.E5252. The Last VolumeOct 23, 2026 · 24m 7.2Trying to track down the missing final book, Maomao visits Suirei, who is now living with Ah-Duo.E5353. The White-Snake ImmortalOct 30, 2026 · 24m 7.5Maomao's stepbrother Lahan takes her to a popular show that may be more than just entertainment.E5454. The Paper VillageNov 6, 2026 · 24m 6.7Maomao needs to find someone to cover for her while she goes on a trip with Jinshi. A good candidate turns up.E5555. The BetNov 13, 2026 · 24mAs paper makers and farmers hold discussions, Maomao and Jinshi notice something unusual.E56Soon56. Episode 56Nov 20, 2026E57Soon57. Episode 57Nov 27, 2026E58Soon58. Episode 58Dec 4, 2026E59Soon59. Episode 59Dec 11, 2026E60Soon60. Episode 60Dec 18, 2026

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About The Apothecary Diaries

The Apothecary Diaries (2023) is a animation, mystery, drama TV series, starring Aoi Yuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi.

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!

Watch every episode of The Apothecary Diaries online free in HD on VID-SRC, including the latest episode, season 1 episode 54.

Cast

Aoi YukiMaomao (voice)Takeo OtsukaJinshi (voice)Katsuyuki KonishiGaoshun (voice)

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What is The Apothecary Diaries about?

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!

Who stars in The Apothecary Diaries?

The Apothecary Diaries stars Aoi Yuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi.

When was The Apothecary Diaries released?

The Apothecary Diaries first aired on Oct 22, 2023.

How long is The Apothecary Diaries?

The Apothecary Diaries has a runtime of 23m.

What is the rating of The Apothecary Diaries?

The Apothecary Diaries has a rating of 8.7 out of 10 on TMDB.

What genre is The Apothecary Diaries?

The Apothecary Diaries is a animation, mystery, drama TV series.

How many seasons and episodes does The Apothecary Diaries have?

The Apothecary Diaries has 1 season and 60 episodes.

When is the next episode of The Apothecary Diaries?

Airing today (Nov 13, 2026).

Is The Apothecary Diaries still airing?

Yes, The Apothecary Diaries is a returning series with new episodes still to come.

Which network airs The Apothecary Diaries?

The Apothecary Diaries airs on Nippon TV, RAB, TVI.

Who plays the main characters in The Apothecary Diaries?

Maomao (voice) is played by Aoi Yuki. Jinshi (voice) is played by Takeo Otsuka. Gaoshun (voice) is played by Katsuyuki Konishi.

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