The warmth of the summer sun seems never-ending with the latest visual for The Apothecary Diaries , featuring Maomao and Kyou-u picking some summer vegetables under the blazing heat and overbearing humidity. This is the second visual in the newest chapter of monthly visuals for the anime adaptation of Natsu Hyuga’s light novel series. The Apothecary Diaries Summer Vegetables Visual RELATED: The Apothecary Diaries Anime Unveils Bellflower Seasonal Visual The Apothecary Diaries anime 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. Natsu Hyuuga pens the original light novels and Touko Shino provides the illustrations. A sequel anime is currently in production. Crunchyroll streams the historical drama anime and describes the story as such: 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. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries! Source: The Apothecary Diaries on X (formerly Twitter)
