Think you've got what it takes to solve medical mysteries like Maomao? Universal Studios Japan will be giving park-goers the opportunity to test their smarts in a new interactive event! The Apothecary Diaries Mystery Walk ~Investigate the Mystery Drug~ kicks off starting in July at USJ. Park attendees can participate by picking up a free investigation booklet, taking on the role of fellow pharmacists as they look for clues and hidden messages around the park. If you succeed at unraveling the mystery, you'll get to see a scene play out between Maomao and Jinshi. RELATED: The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Anime Casts Toshiyuki Toyonaga as Lahan The Apothecary Diaries Mystery Walk ~Investigate the Mystery Drug~ will run from July 1 to January 4, 2026 as park of USJ's "Cool Japan 2025." The original The Apothecary Diaries light novels are written by Natsu Hyuuga, illustrated by Touko Shino and published in Japan by Shufunotomo under their Hero Bunko imprint. J-Novel Club publishes an English language version in digital form, while Square Enix publishes an English language version in print. Norihiro Naganuma serves as chief director and provides the series composition for the TV anime, while Akinori Fudesaka serves as director at TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM. Crunchyroll currently streams The Apothecary Diaries and describes the story: 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 : Comic Natalie
