Even with Season 2 now underway, The Apothecary Diaries anime is still making time for its monthly seasonal plant visuals. Maomao, Xiaolan and Shisui enjoy a bunch of winter peonies under the snow in the January 2025 edition pictured below.
The Apothecary Diaries Winter Peony Visual
Based on the light novels by Natsu Hyuuga and Touko Shino, The Apothecary Diaries is directed by Norihiko Naganuma (The Ancient Magus’ Bride), who also serves as series composer, and assistant-directed by Akinori Fudesaka (Tsuredure Children) at TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM.
Crunchyroll streams the historical drama anime 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!
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