Get Ready for a Grand Binge: Kusuriya no Hitorigoto’s Two-Week Free Broadcast!
The highly acclaimed TV anime, Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, is set to delight fans with an incredible two-week consecutive free full-episode broadcast on ABEMA, the “New Future TV” platform, starting August 15, 2025. With summer vacation already halfway through in late August, this is an unmissable opportunity to binge-watch all 48 episodes of this immensely popular “palace mystery entertainment” series for free!
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, also widely known as The Apothecary Diaries, is a captivating palace mystery entertainment series based on Natsu Hyuuga’s popular novel of the same name. Set within the captivating backdrop of the imperial palace, the story follows Maomao, a young apothecary who finds herself serving as a “taster” for the imperial concubines. Using her extensive knowledge of poisons and medicines, Maomao skillfully unravels a myriad of perplexing incidents that plague the palace, showcasing her sharp wit and unique perspective.
This engaging narrative has also been adapted into two successful manga series, serialized in Square Enix’s Big Gangan and Shogakukan’s Sunday GX monthly magazines. The series has garnered widespread acclaim, with its cumulative circulation exceeding an astonishing 40 million copies, cementing its status as a beloved property.
The Anime’s Phenomenal Success
The TV anime adaptation truly took the world by storm. The first season aired for two consecutive cours starting in October 2023, quickly gaining immense popularity among viewers. Fans were captivated by the brilliant deduction skills of Maomao, our unique poison-loving protagonist, and delighted by the charmingly comedic interactions between her and the strikingly handsome palace administrator, Jinshi-sama. The series even soared to the number one trending spot on X (formerly Twitter), a testament to its widespread appeal! The excitement continued to build with the second season, which also aired for two consecutive cours starting in January 2025, further solidifying its status as a beloved anime hit.
「ABEMA」でのこのたびの2週連続の全話無料一挙放送では、8月15日から17日までと翌週8月24日から26日までの期間に、第1期から第2期までの全48話が無料で一挙放送される。また放送後は、1週間の無料配信も実施される。
Conclusion: Experience Maomao’s Dazzling Deductions!
The highly anticipated two-week consecutive free full-episode broadcast of the TV anime Kusuriya no Hitorigoto kicks off on August 15th at 8:30 PM JST. ABEMA is the only place where you can watch every single episode of this phenomenal “palace mystery entertainment” for free! As summer winds down in late August, make sure to clear your schedule and immerse yourself in Maomao’s brilliant and dazzling mystery-solving adventures for two full weeks of captivating entertainment.
Overview of the TV Anime Kusuriya no Hitorigoto Two-Week Consecutive Free Full-Episode Broadcast
【First Week】
＜Broadcast Times＞
- Season 1 (All 24 Episodes) Free Marathon Broadcast
Broadcast Dates/Times: August 15, 2025 (Fri) 8:30 PM JST – Next Morning 8:30 AM JST, August 16 (Sat) 8:30 AM JST – 8:30 PM JST - Season 2 (All 24 Episodes) Free Marathon Broadcast
Broadcast Dates/Times: August 16, 2025 (Sat) 8:30 PM JST – Next Morning 8:30 AM JST, August 17 (Sun) 8:30 AM JST – 8:30 PM JST
【Second Week】
＜Broadcast Times＞
- Season 1 (All 24 Episodes) Free Marathon Broadcast
Broadcast Dates/Times: August 24, 2025 (Sun) 8:30 PM JST – Next Morning 8:30 AM JST, August 25 (Mon) 8:30 AM JST – 8:30 PM JST - Season 2 (All 24 Episodes) Free Marathon Broadcast
Broadcast Dates/Times: August 25, 2025 (Mon) 8:30 PM JST – Next Morning 8:30 AM JST, August 26 (Tue) 8:30 AM JST – 8:30 PM JST
Broadcast Channel: All on ABEMA Anime Channel 2
*All episodes will be available for free enjoyment for one week after broadcast.
(C) Natsu Hyuuga・Imagica Infos / ‘Kusuriya no Hitorigoto‘ Production Committee
《Nakase Koutarou》
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