Updated on January 13, 11:00 a.m. (GMT+8): Updated latest episode titles and descriptions.

Get ready for more thrilling adventures as Maomao embraces her life as a palace apothecary with these Apothecary Diaries season 2 episodes.

The acclaimed Apothecary Diaries light novel series by Touko Shino and Natsu Hyuuga is returning with a second season in 2025. Prepare to experience life in the palace and witness the continuation of Maomao’s remarkable story.

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Here’s a complete rundown of every episode this season, including titles, release dates, and more.

What is The Apothecary Diaries about?

Maomao tending to concubine Lihua in Apothecary Diaries season 1
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Torn from her tranquil life as an apothecary’s daughter, Maomao is sold into servitude within the imperial court. Reduced to a mere maid, she conceals her profound medical knowledge to avoid unwanted attention.

When the emperor’s young children mysteriously fall ill, Maomao swiftly unravels the cause. Seeking anonymity, she anonymously reports her findings. However, the astute and charming eunuch, Jinshi, recognizes her involvement.

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Due to her exceptional abilities, Maomao is elevated to the position of lady-in-waiting for the emperor’s favored concubine, Gyokuyou.

Her remarkable medical prowess soon becomes invaluable as she treats the various ailments plaguing the imperial court.

All Apothecary Diaries season 2 episodes and their release schedule

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EPISODE NUMBEREPISODE TITLEDESCRIPTIONRELEASE DATE
1Maomao and MaomaoJinshi notices Loulan’s excessive number of ladies-in-waiting, while searching for Maomao, who is busy creating disinfectants in the clinic.

Maomao later discovers that the emperor is secretly promoting literacy among the servants by circulating a novel, inspiring other servants to learn to read and write.

Meanwhile, Maomao befriends a stray kitten, which the emperor names “Maomao,” leaving her both amused and intrigued.
January 10, 2025
2CaravanTBDJanuary 17, 2025

Where to watch The Apothecary Diaries season 2

Official Japanese Key Visual for The Apothecary Diaries season 2 episode 1
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The Apothecary Diaries season 2 episodes are available on the following platforms:

THE APOTHECARY DIARIES STREAMING PLATFORMS:
Crunchyroll
Netflix

Availability may differ depending on your region.

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