Season 1 of The Apothecary Diaries introduced and followed Maomao, a quick-witted girl with extensive medicinal knowledge. She was kidnapped and brought to the Imperial Palace as a maid, where her keen observations revealed many mysteries.
Due to this, Jinshi, a high-ranking eunuch, appointed her as a lady-in-waiting. After completing her term, Maomao returns home but is later bought back by Jinshi to continue her work, solving puzzles and pursuing her passion for herb collecting in the palace.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Episode 1 will likely begin with Maomao, Jinshi, and Gaoshun investigating an unusual smell within the palace, a mystery hinted at in promotional materials. It may also explore Maomao’s budding romantic tension with Jinshi.
Given that the intro and PV hint at an impending crisis, fans can expect the season to begin with a series of troubling developments, beginning with Maomao’s return to her role as a poison tester at the Jade Palace. Will be together.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Episode 1 will premiere on January 10, 2025 at 11:40 PM JST. In Japan, it will air on TV networks such as Nippon Television, AT-X, Movie Channel Neko, and Animax, with times varying by channel.
Additionally, it will be available on local streaming platforms such as ABEMA Premium and D Anime Store. Internationally, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Episode 1 will be available on Crunchyroll and on Netflix, 30 minutes after the Japanese broadcast.
*The release dates and times provided are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change at the discretion of the creators.
