The Apothecary Diaries (2023– ) User Reviews

A hidden gem

[vikusiabike · 9/10 · 5 November 2023]

This is a great anime with an amazing story and it contains some funny humor in the right places, I personally love the way the setting of this anime is set and the colouring of it makes it feel enjoyable! Also the animation is very well produced although there are times where the CGI is a bit obvious it's still looks alright. The characters in this anime have amazing characteristics and it's amazing to see how they all grow and learn from their actions, the character development is well done!

I do hope to see a bright future for this anime, if the anime does stand out I would highly recommend reading the manga! I would definitely recommend watching this anime <3.

beautiful show

[qdsmqcxtx · 10/10 · 8 December 2023]

I cannot describe how much I love the art in this show, every scene is absolutely beautiful, almost reminding me of "studio - Ghibli" inspired scenery and the main character is hilarious and likable it comes off as a bit of a murder mystery most episodes.the plot also moves at a pretty quick pace compared to most which I find more exciting and each episode feels fresh and engaging. However, depending on preference I'd probably recommend 13+ for this anime.that being said this is a great show for teens and adults alike whether alone or in a group this is a must-see for fantasy anime enthusiasts.

Perfect show

[funchildren · 10/10 · 22 January 2024]

After long time I have found such a great anime , Mao Mao the protagonist is a well written character. She is smart and better protagonist than most of the animes protagonist that are releasing. The story is light hearted . This show follows Mao Mao a girl , who was kidnapped and sold as a maid in rear palace . The story is settled at ancient china, which really fascinated me and encouraged me to research on Chinese history. I like the animation although backgrounds could be more detailed, the love interest is also a really well written character , there are no unessecary romance . Each episode is enjoyable. Hundred percent recommended. I will never shut up about this. My friends also got hooked and they rarely watch anime .

(Sorry for bad English)

Came for the mystery, stayed for the characters

[talking_about_movies · 9/10 · 31 March 2024]

This was my most anticipated anime in Fall 2023. That was obviously not just because the Light Novel was high rated, but also because I was expecting a long term, mind blowing medical mystery.

I have to say that this anime met all my expectations. But the weird thing is that I'm still very surprised by it. Because I ended up loving it for a different reason - the characters. More than a mystery, this is a very strong, character-based drama, that uses an episodic mystery setting to keep exploring its characters. You could say that it is a character analysis or a character-based mystery, where you're curious about the past of these characters, and the anime keeps revealing it bit by bit as it goes along. The story cherished its main characters and took their depth very seriously.

In terms of characters and their depth and development, this was, in my opinion, the best anime that aired this season. Maomao is probably one of the best characters I've seen in any anime ever. She's smart, savage and you're always curious about what made her the way she is today.

The music and the animation was surprisingly brilliant. The seamless production for this anime probably surprised everyone.

I enjoyed the 1st part as it was a nice introduction to the characters, but I wasn't that impressed with the episodic mysteries. The 2nd part was when I really started loving the show. Because that's when the mysteries got considerably better, and they started to reveal a lot of surprising traits about our main characters and about their past. In fact I was shocked by what I saw during the final few episodes of the season. It made me look at the rest of the show a lot more differently.

This anime is also directed brilliantly. There are some chilling sequences here. While a lot of it was because of the music, the direction matched that - especially how they were able to represent how Maomao could be beautiful and terrifying at the same time.

Overall, this was a brilliant show and I'm very glad that we're getting a season 2 next year. I can't wait to learn more about the plot and these characters.

Such an interesting storyline

[laurathussain-08574 · 10/10 · 24 March 2024]

None of the episodes were boring. Usually, I leave many of the series in between, but this never let me down. I have watched all the episodes weekly and never felt like leaving in between. This will be in one of my top recommendations. Even in some good stories you could guess what's going to happen but it's always different in this series. I hope this anime gets noticed well. Excited to see what's going to happen in the next season. It's heart warming at times, abit emotional in between, something times comedic. I think it has a perfect blend of everything. Wishing this series my wishes. May it be a successful one!!!

Th writing

[DanyDanyShopper · 9/10 · 23 November 2023]

One of my favorite shows of 2023, it's Asian history drama soap opera without the christian guilt. With the lead being pragmatist thinker in that system, telling us the truth behind the glamor. The opening title alone takes me back to the golden age of Anime, its simple, focusing on a great song and lyrics, grateful I was introduced to the singer and band who made a lighthearted Music video in contract to the heavy subjects in the anime's writing that came out before the video. The Anime is definitely story driven but the animation is inspired by the writing that you can see the love in all aspects and taking new ventures in simple attention to detail which you don't expect in a history drama/ comedy, Example is the hand wave that Mawmaw to one of the lady's in waiting. It was simple but effective detail, to humanize the people that lived in such strict places. The wave was made as if the were two girls at that age in a food court saying see you later, while being technically servants. The CGI is not great with the extras walking in the back but the story and writing makes not care.

A relaxed young adult murder-mystery series

[eliaswub · 9/10 · 4 March 2024]

Maomao is a refreshing main character. She is intelligent, decisive, independent, and unafraid to confront or criticize her peers. She has her weaknesses though and won't hesitate test herbs on herself or drink poison for the fun of it! She is utterly unphased by the advances of Jinshi (whose beauty swoons every other girl), causing him to take interest in her.

The emotional tones are well placed. I feel the humor, sadness, anger, and excitement of the characters. It presents serious themes with enough room for the audience to process them, and it pokes fun by humorously portraying characters as cats or mice to reflect their personalities.

The show is set in an imperial Asian country and it injects all the taboos and social conventions from that time. It's interesting to see how this class-heavy, patriarchal environment affects the character's motives and decisions. Certainly a unique setting that is incorporated into the plot very well.

Should be available in Hindi language also.

[psachdeva-82011 · 9/10 · 31 January 2024]

Should be available in Hindi language also. This story has a very fantastic end! Story language is a good story lines is very nice. This story encourages us to listen more. To watch its episodes, one should come 3 days in the week. Big story going on I am waiting for any episode! Should be available in Hindi language also. This story has a very fantastic end! Story language is a good story lines is very nice. This story encourages us to listen more. To watch its episodes, one should come 3 days in the week. Big story going on I am waiting for any episode! Everyone has done a great job. Appreciate other people!

Unexpectedly Good

[chelseajmbelehar · 9/10 · 8 April 2024]

This anime is really one of the best that I have seen in years! Its very light hearted even when talking about serious topics. Honestly its so good and even makes you care for unsavory characters. The episode plots can be a bit complex but if you've seen Detective Conan you can rest assured the wrap up will be smoothly given in the next episode. I'm not one for drama but this does in a very settle way that doesn't focus on it like the majority of media does. The characters are all so interesting or just plain funny. The background is absolutely well done. Yet the characters do not take away from that nor does the background outshine the character. The visual editors of this anime must be top notch!

The ending was well done and now there is a season 2 in the making! I can not wait to see what happens! I know there were a few loose ends in the first season and now we can get those answers! I am also curious to see what happens between Maomao and Jinshi! Their relationship is interesting and delightfully not traditional romance!

This is a worst anime I have watch

[ranesupriya-01074 · 1/10 · 27 March 2024]

This is a worst anime I have watch . Tried to watch this anime but Effect and visuals are so bright and female lead face looks annoying. While watching I can't able to differtiate the leads first.male lead look also weired..it's like he is not there and not Part of anime Story gets boring in middle and last episodes .

I don't know why they out such bright effects .the people who loves mystery and fantasy they can watch it.but the people who loves emotions and romcoms for those it not worth of watching

I thought they will focus on romance too.but their romantic moments are so bad..overall I will give it 5 rating..