UPDATE: Teaser visual added!The official accounts of The Apothecary Diaries anime have confirmed plans for a second season, which is set to broadcast sometime in 2025. Congratulatory comments and art were shared to go along with the news, including a celebratory illustration from original character designer Touko Shino and the teaser trailer and visual below.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Teaser Trailer
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 teaser visual
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 celebratory art by Touko Shino
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.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: Official Twitter