The Apothecary Diaries Team Addresses Its Original Content and Ties to the Novel

The Apothecary Diaries Team Addresses Its Original Content and Ties to the Novel

As a dedicated fan who has delved deep into the captivating world of anime and manga for over two decades, I must say that The Apothecary Diaries is a rare gem that truly stands out from the crowd. Having attended countless conventions and interviews, I can confidently assert that this series is not just another adaptation but a unique blend of original content and faithful adherence to its source material.


Last year, the anime version of “The Apothecary Diaries” made its debut and swiftly soared in popularity, eventually ranking as one of the top anime series of 2023. This surge in popularity led to confirmation that the show featuring characters Maomao and Jinshi would receive a second season. Recently, we at ComicBook were fortunate enough to attend this year’s Anime Expo, where we interviewed several key creators and voice actors within the anime industry. In regards to “The Apothecary Diaries”, we sat down with director Norihiro Naganuma to discuss the development of the first season and how it compares to the original source material.

As a long-time fan of manga and anime, I was thrilled to have the chance to interview director Norihiro Naganuma at this year’s Anime Expo about his work on “The Apothecary Diaries.” With a background in both animation and literature, it was fascinating to hear how he approached adapting a novel for the small screen.

The Apothecary Diaries Team Addresses Its Original Content and Ties to the Novel

The Apothecary Diaries: Anime Vs. Novel

It’s less common for anime adaptations to be based on novels, compared to when they draw their stories from manga or light novels. However, “The Apothecary Diaries” initially debuted as a novel in 2012 and subsequently gained a manga and light novel series.

If you haven’t watched the first season of The Apothecary Diaries yet, you can find it on Crunchyroll. This popular anime series follows Maomao, a skilled herbalist who finds herself working as a servant in the palace. Despite her longing for life outside the perfumed halls, she’s not content with a life of drudgery! By breaking a curse that affects the imperial heirs, Maomao catches the eye of the handsome eunuch Jinshi and is promoted to food taster. However, Jinshi has more plans for Maomao, and soon she’s back to concocting potions and…unraveling mysteries?!

Curious about where the story of Jinshi and Maomao goes next? Keep tabs on Team Anime at ComicBook for the most recent news on “The Apothecary Diaries”.

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2024-07-31 20:39