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Jinshi and Basen take a stroll under wintersweet flowers, which herald the arrival of spring, in the latest monthly seasonal visual shared by The Apothecary Diaries' official X (formerly Twitter) account today.The Apothecary Diaries Wintersweet VisualBased 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.

The Apothecary Diaries anime and the Japan Pharmaceutical Association are teaming up for a collaboration with Maomao set to appear in pharmacies and hospitals across Japan once again after an earlier cooperation with the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. To celebrate the collab, a new visual of Maomao grinding up some medicine was released by the anime team. The new visual, alongside the second season key visual, will also be used on prescription books to be distributed to over 52,000 pharmacies and hospitals around Japan.

The official X (formerly Twitter) for the four-piece Japanese pop rock band Ryokuoushoku Shakai announced on February 17 that their eighth single song "Hana ni Natte" ("Be a flower") had surpassed a milestone of 200 million streams."Hana ni Natte" was newly recorded by the band as the first opening theme for the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries. Under the theme of "Flower blooming in the shade," the lyrics were written by vocalist/guitarist Haruko Nagaya and the music was composed by bassist Shingo Anami.The song released digitally first on October 29, 2023, then the CD single followed from Sony Music Labels' Epic Records Japan on December 6, peaking at #8 on Oricon's weekly single charts.

Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get… except on Valentine's Day for anime fans, since we're routinely treated to a tasty selection of artwork depicting characters with hearts, mixing bowls, wrapped gifts and assorted confections!This year is no different, so we've put together a collection of 2025 sweet treats for you to pick at below.CARDFIGHT!! VANGUARDvia official X (formerly Twitter)CITY THE ANIMATIONvia official X (formerly Twitter)Code Geassvia official X (formerly Twitter)Danjo no Yujo wa Seiritsu Suru?

The Apothecary Diaries, the ongoing TV anime adaptation based on the series of mystery drama light novels, has published two new pieces of character art (below) depicting Maomao and Jinshi in their “moon fairy” outfits from the most recent episodes of the series.MaomaoJinshiThe original Apothecary Diaries light novels are written by Natsu Hyuuga, illustrated by Touko Shino, and published in Japan by Shufunotomo under their Hero Bunko imprint. J-Novel club publishes an English language version in digital form, while Square Enix publishes an English language version in print. Norihiko Naganuma and Akinori Fudesaka direct the TV anime at TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM.Crunchyroll describes The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father.

When episode 29 of The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 arrives this week, it will introduce two similar-looking characters with distinct cast members behind them. The latest to join the voice cast are Yumi Hara (Albedo in Overlord) and Lynn (Princess Hibana in Fire Force), who voice cousins Aylin and Ayla, respectively.You can see the characters from left to right in the image above, as well as in the side-by-side cast announcement images below.Yumi Hara as AylinLynn as AylaThe original Apothecary Diaries light novels are written by Natsu Hyuuga, illustrated by Touko Shino, and published in Japan by Shufunotomo under their Hero Bunko imprint.  J-Novel Club publishes an English language version in digital form, while Square Enix publishes an English language version in print.

New mysteries and new concoctions await! The English dub of The Apothecary Diaries returns for a second season on Crunchyroll from Friday, January 24 with the below cast and crew for Episode 1.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 English Dub CastMaomao voiced by Emi LoJinshi voiced by Kaiji TangXiaolan voiced by Bree HanLingli voiced by Monica PiskorGuen voiced by Jim ForondaGaoshun voiced by Alex HomGyokuyou voiced by Molly ZhangAilan voiced by Naya MorenoHongniang voiced by Giovannie CruzNarrator voiced by Monica RialGuiyuan voiced by Kelly GreenshieldShisui voiced by Suzie YeungYinghua voiced by Kelsey CruzEmperor voiced by Alex MaiMadam voiced by Wendy PowellPairin voiced by Ciaran StrangeLihua voiced by Trina NishimuraMeimei voiced by Rebecca DanaeJoka voiced by Monica FlatleyLishu voiced by Reshel MaeUkyou voiced by Oscar SeungThe Apothecary Diaries Season 2 English Dub CrewVoice Director: Shawn GannProducer: Susie NixonAdaptation: Clayton BrowningMixer: William DewellEngineer: August ClineKey ArtBased 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 describes the story:Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold…

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.

Featuring "Shiawase no Recipe" ("Recipe for Happiness") by Dai Hirai and Jinshi dreaming of Maomao, a creditless version of The Apothecary Diaries Season 2's ending song sequence is now available to watch below. Crunchyroll is simulcasting the latest series.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Ending Video 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.

Ahead of Maomao and Jinshi's return to service in The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 tonight in Japan, the series' official accounts released a creditless version of the new opening sequence, featuring "Hyakkaryoran" by YOASOBI vocalist Lilas Ikuta and direction by Ayaka Nakata, and announced that an exhibition about the acclaimed anime will be held on March 26-April 14 in Matsuya Ginza, Tokyo.The event, which will travel to Fukuoka, Osaka, Nagoya and other locations at a later date, will feature three-dimensional scene recreations, production materials and more.

The Apothecary Diaries, the ongoing TV anime adaptation based on the series of mystery drama light novels, has published a new trailer hinting at things to come in the upcoming second season. Additionally, the ending theme song performer has been revealed.The second season of The Apothecary Diaries will broadcast in Japan beginning on January 10, 2025. Crunchyroll will also stream the second season as part of the winter 2025 anime simulcast lineup.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 TrailerHIRAIDAI performs the ending theme song for the new season, which is entitled "Shiawase no Recipe" ("Recipe of Happiness").

The Apothecary Diaries, an ongoing TV anime based on the series of mystery drama light novels, has revealed the latest entry in its series of art pieces inspired by seasonal plants. The new artwork (below) features Maomao greedily hovering over a field of daffodils while Lihua watches over her.The second season of The Apothecary Diaries will broadcast in Japan beginning on January 10, 2025. Crunchyroll will also stream the second season as part of the winter 2025 anime simulcast lineup.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 December daffodil artThe original Apothecary Diaries light novels are written by Touko Shino, illustrated by Natsu Hyuuga and published in Japan by Shufunotomo under their Hero Bunko imprint.

The official website for The Apothecary Diaries anime today posted a main trailer for its upcoming second season. The clip features the new season's opening theme song "Hyakka Ryoran" ("A Profusion of Flowers") sung by singer-songwriter Lilas Ikuta, who has also performed as the vocalist of YOASOBI under the stage name Ikura.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Main TrailerWhile YOASOBI has provided many anime theme songs, this is Ikuta's first time as a solo artist performing an opening song for a TV anime series. "Because I have experienced firsthand the response to the first season, I am very honored to be in charge of the opening theme for the second season," said Ikuta.

Vampires, witches, ghosts, pumpkins, mummies, Chinese folklore and more — you name it, anime has it covered in this year's offering of Halloween-themed promotional material! As is October 31 tradition, we've rounded up a bowl of sweet illustrative treats for you to take in as many as you like, all the way from Acro Trip to You are Ms. Servant.Acro Tripvia author's X (formerly Twitter)Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russianvia official X (formerly Twitter)Baban Baban Ban Vampirevia official X (formerly Twitter)BLEACHvia official X (formerly Twitter)Blue Boxvia character designer on X (formerly Twitter)CHIBI MARUKO-CHANvia official X (formerly Twitter)Delico's Nurseryvia official X (formerly Twitter)Doraemonvia official X (formerly Twitter)Frieren: Beyond Journey's Endvia official X (formerly Twitter)HIGH CARDvia official X (formerly Twitter)Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Nightvia official X (formerly Twitter)Kaiju No.

The 1st anniversry livestream held for The Apothecary Diaries anime on TOHO's official YouTube channel today showed off a brand-new trailer for Season 2, which confirmed a January 10, 2025 release date and a continuous two-cour broadcast (i.e. roughly half a year) for the much-anticipated sequel. Crunchyroll previously confirmed that it will stream the new series.A new key visual was also unveiled, along with another seasonal visual featuring fall cosmos flowers and the final piece of halloween art.The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Teaser TrailerThe Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Key VisualSeason 2 Key Visual Fall Cosmos VisualMaomao Halloween ArtBased 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.

Jinshi doesn't need nine tails and pointy ears to be sly like a fox, but he still looks good as one in the latest piece of halloween artwork shared by The Apothecary Diaries anime's official X (formerly Twitter) account today. Previous editions featured Gaoshun as Leizhenzi and Gyokuyo as Princess Iron Fan.A new voice drama was also released ahead of a program scheduled for Tuesday, October 22 that will celebrate the anime's 1st anniversary and announce new details about Season 2.The Apothecary Diaries halloween art #3 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.

The Apothecary Diaries is celebrating Halloween in style with festive art of its characters in costume! Today marks the arrival of the second piece of new artwork, depicting Gaoshun dressed up in seasonal finery.Gaoshun is dressed as Leizhenzi, a winged Chinese thunder god who wields a golden rod. Check out the art, as well as a new short featuring the voice of Katsuyuki Konishi: Norihiko Naganuma (The Ancient Magus' Bride) directs the anime adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries, and also serves as series composer.

The Apothecary Diaries is celebrating Halloween in style with festive art of its characters in costume! Today marks the arrival of the second piece of new artwork, depicting Gaoshun dressed up in seasonal finery.Gaoshun is dressed as Leizhenzi, a winged Chinese thunder god who wields a golden rod. Check out the art, as well as a new short featuring the voice of Katsuyuki Konishi: Norihiko Naganuma (The Ancient Magus' Bride) directs the anime adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries, and also serves as series composer.

Crunchyroll will be kicking off the new year in style with some big home video releases, including The Apothecary Diaries Season 1 Part 1. The acclaimed series joins the likes of The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic, Horimiya: The Missing Pieces and more as part of the January 2025 slate, with all of it now available to pre-order.Here's what's on the way in January. Pre-orders are now live at the Crunchyroll Store!Crunchyroll January 2025 Home Video ReleasesDead Mount Death PlayPart 2 (Blu-ray)As a legendary hero nears victory against a necromancer known as The Corpse God, things take an unexpected turn with the dark sorcerer’s final gambit—reincarnation magic.

The Apothecary Diaries, an ongoing TV anime adaptation based on the series of mystery drama light novels, has revealed the latest entry in its series of art pieces inspired by seasonal plants. The new artwork (below) features Jinshi and Gaoshun enjoying a late

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There's a bright future on the horizon with the fast-approaching release of The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 in 2025, which Maomao and Xiaolan are soaking up among the sunflowers in the historical drama anime's latest monthly seasonal plant visual.The Apothecar

Historical drama anime The Apothecary Diaries is planting the seeds for Season 2's planned release in 2025, today announcing on the series' official X (formerly Twitter) account that a new visual displaying characters and seasonal plants will be unveiled on th