The TV anime The Apothecary Diaries (Kusuriya no Hitorigoto) has teamed up with eye care brand Enkin for a new collaboration, releasing two web videos that offer a behind-the-scenes look at the production and feature the voices of the series’ beloved characters.
The first video, titled “Supporting The Apothecary Diaries,” spotlights the production team, including art director Takao Katsumi, CGI director Nagai Yu, and animator Sugawara Mika. The second, “Maomao’s Monologue” Special Edition ~Eye Nutrition~, is narrated by Yuuki Aoi (Maomao) and Ootsuka Takeo (Jinshi).
Set in the imperial court, The Apothecary Diaries follows Maomao, a young poison taster who solves a series of mysterious incidents. The series has surpassed 45 million copies in cumulative circulation. The first TV anime season aired from October 2023 to March 2024, followed by a second season from January to July 2025. Season 3 is scheduled to begin on October 2, and the eagerly awaited film, The Apothecary Diaries: The Secret of the Late Consort, is set to hit theaters on December 11.
The new videos capture the production team’s dedication and the characters’ voices, conveying a shared desire to “do more” as Enkin cheers them on. Through these clips, fans can get a closer look at the passion behind the anime and the brand’s support for the series.
Web Video Details
“Supporting The Apothecary Diaries”
Featuring: Takao Katsumi (Art Director), Nagai Yu (CGI Director), Sugawara Mika (Animator)
“Maomao’s Monologue” Special Edition ~Eye Nutrition~
Narration: Yuuki Aoi (Maomao), Ootsuka Takeo (Jinshi)
(C) Natsu Hyuuga / Imagica Infos / “The Apothecary Diaries” Production Committee
