Now you can count the seconds until The Apothecary Diaries returns! The historical drama has collaborated with watch maker Wicca to create a duo of analog wristwatches inspired by the series’s central couple.
Both watches feature rhinestone details and mesh bands, as well as the series title engraved on the back:
Each watch has character-specific details and color schemes. Maomao’s watch is adorned with images of medicinal herbs and freckle marks, while Jinshi’s bears elegant flowers and clouds:
Both watches are now on sale on the PREMICO website, priced at 40,480 yen each (tax included). Each watch is limited to a run of 2,000.
Norihiko Naganuma (The Ancient Magus’ Bride) directs the anime adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries, and also serves as series composer. Akinori Fudesaka (Tsuredure Children) acts as assistant-directed at TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM. The series is originally written by Natsu Hyuga, with illustrations by Touko Shino. The first season recently concluded, with a second scheduled to debut sometime in 2025.
Crunchyroll streams the historical drama series and describes the story:
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: Anime! Anime!
