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Weekly Round-Up, 13-19 November 2024: Sony Buying Kadokawa, Autistic Anime Fandom, and Tokyopop
AniFem Round-Up Porygon Was Innocent: An epileptic perspective on Pokémon’s “Electric Soldier Porygon” Everyone knows the urban legends about the seizure-inducing banned episode of Pokemon. But the facts…
Resilience and Resistance: Reimagining marginality and agency in The Apothecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries re-imagines the social life of women in its fictional society, showcasing how, despite living in oppressive systems, women continuously negotiate their existence through resilience, intellect,…
A Beautiful Blend – The Apothecary Diaries Anime Review
Some anime series are beautiful to experience despite dealing with surprisingly mature subject matter. The Apothecary Diaries is one such show. It looks colorful and flowery, but deals…
The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 12
By Natsu Hyuuga and Touko Shino. Released in Japan as “Kusuriya no Hitorigoto” by Hero Bunko. Released in North America by J-Novel Club. Translated by Kevin Steinbach. It’s…
Puniru is a Kawaii Slime Episode 1: Kotaro (Does Not) Live Alone
Appearing as the 1st of Toho Animation Studio's solo works, Puniru is a Kawaii Slime episode 1 debuts to less fanfare & quality than expected.
TSUTAYA Weekly Manga Sales Ranking: September 23 – September 29, 2024
There have been some changes to the reporting style here on the Blog. Please refer to the post here for further information. All of the data you find…
High Score, Hi Score Girl, Loner Life in Another World, The Apothecary Diaries, Overlord
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 23 Review – The Man With Prosopagnosia
I can’t believe my opinions of Lakan changed instantaneously…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 22 Review – Make The Roses Bloom Mad
Maomao’s incentive for making the blue roses is to be a hater. That’s it.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 21 Review – Paper And Courtesan Issues
No one dies or is sick for once!
Anime Like Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools
After dying from overwork, an Japanese office lady laments the fact that she never found something she could be passionate about.
Ascendance of a Bookworm, Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools, Management of a Novice Alchemist, Snow White with the Red Hair, The Apothecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 20 Review – The Suspicious Corpse
We finally know who the mysterious blue eyed assassin is…and it’s someone you least expect.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 19 Review – Interconnected Cases
Everything clicks like a jigsaw puzzle.
The Apothecary Diaries MBTI
Without a rambling introduction, I present my list of characters from The Apothecary Diaries with their MBTI type and a description.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 18 Review – Lakan And The Mysterious Courtesan
Maomao’s parentage is pretty awful…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 17 Review – Going Undercover
Jinka and his mistress walk around town.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 16 Review – Ace Detective Maomao
Ace Apothecary Detective Maomao is on the case!
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 15 Review – Some Poisons Aren’t Poisonous
I think I figured out Lakan’s connection to Maomao.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 14 Review – The New Consort
For an episode about the new consort, it sure didn’t dedicate much to her.
Manga Review: The Apothecary Diaries Volume 6
Title: The Apothecary Diaries 薬屋のひとりごと Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, “Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Volume: 6 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage…
Manga Review: The Apothecary Diaries Volume 5
Title: The Apothecary Diaries 薬屋のひとりごと Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, “Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Volume: 5 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage …
Manga Review: The Apothecary Diaries Volume 4
Title: The Apothecary Diaries 薬屋のひとりごと Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, “Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Volume: 4 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage …
Manga Review: The Apothecary Diaries (Manga) Volume 3
Title: The Apothecary Diaries 薬屋のひとりごと Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, “Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Volume: 3 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage …
The Apothecary Diaries (Manga) Volume 2
Title: The Apothecary Diaries 薬屋のひとりごと Kusuriya no Hitorigoto, “Apothecary’s Soliloquy” Volume: 2 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage (Author), Itsuki Nanao (Com…
The Apothecary Diaries (Manga) Volume 1
Title: The Apothecary Diaries Volume: 1 Mangaka: by Natsu Hyuuga (Author), Nekokurage (Author), Itsuki Nanao (Compiler), Touco Shino (Designer) Translator: Julie Goniwich US Publisher: Square…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 13 Review – The Outer Court
The second half of the show begins with new characters and upcoming mysteries for Maomao to solve.
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 12 Review – Mass Layoffs
And that ends the first half of the show.
Anime Like Yatagarasu: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master
In the world of Yamauchi, the Yatagarasu clan rules over all. The Yatagarasu are those who possess the ability to transform between human and giant crow forms.
Raven of the Inner Palace, Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts, The Apothecary Diaries, Yona of the Dawn
Chuck Shimezou
I'm really fond of the Young Animators' Training Project (which has had various name, according to the Wikipedia article ) and its OVAs. The...
Aoi Hitomi no Onna no Ko no Ohanashi, Fortune Dogs, Sangokushi, Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma, Urusei Yatsura
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 11 Review – Fengming’s Crimes
I almost thought things were going to get bloody…
Fanart Friday, Too: Beautiful Maomao
Some of the shiniest parts of The Apothecary Diaries are when Maomao, who dresses and looks as frumpy as possible to protect herself, shows her extraordinary beauty. The…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 10 Review – Conspiracy Tastes Like Honey
When will Fengming be caught?
The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 11
By Natsu Hyuuga and Touko Shino. Released in Japan as “Kusuriya no Hitorigoto” by Hero Bunko. Released in North America by J-Novel Club. Translated by Kevin Steinbach. Every…
Kaiseki Anime Podcast Episode 145 – Spring 2024 Season First Impressions
0:00:00 Intro 0:01:03 Meiji Gekken 1874 0:02:35 7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! 0:04:07 Blue Exorcist -Shimane Illuminati Saga- 0:05:58…
Synduality Noir, Metallic Rouge, Sasaki and Peeps, Undead Unluck, Chained Soldier
Where To Start The Apothecary Diaries After The Anime?
While the first season of The Apothecary Diaries concisely solved a larger intrigue through Maomao solving a series of smaller mysteries in the imperial
Anime Feminist Recommendations of Winter 2024
We had a warm winter of romance---whether it involved middle school students, office workers, or giant robots.
A Sign of Affection, Brave Bang Bravern!, Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!, The Apothecary Diaries, The Dangers in My Heart
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 9 Review – Double Homicide
Two deaths happen and the motive and culprit are a mystery.
News Update - Mon, 15 Apr 2024
I've Got A Fever, and the Only Solution is More Ugliness? Well, thematically, that's what's going on in Allen's pick of the week, season one of The Apothecary Diaries.…
The Apothecary Diaries: A Balm to My Soul
The season might be over, but not only do we already have an announced sequel, we also have plenty of source material still to titillate us (and this…
The Apothecary Diaries: Unmasking Mysteries With Maomao, The Sherlockian Kitty
Elementary, my dear reader, for in the hallowed halls of deduction, Maomao pursues clues and unmasks mysteries with a feline grace that is truly enchanting. The Apothecary Diaries,…
Winter 2024 Anime Roundup
Anime of the Season – The Apothecary Diaries I’ve been hearing about this series since Raven of the Inner Palace aired a while back, and the fans spoke…
Winter 2024 Anime Season Reflections
Hi friends, I hope you’re all doing well! It’s about that time again to rant, rave and say ‘meh’ about the various anime I watched during the winter…
A Sign of Affection, Ayakashi, Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady with the Lamp, The Apothecary Diaries, The Witch and the Beast
#147 - Winter 2024 Anime in Review
Our resident seasonal anime watchers, Sarah and Bill, are back once again for their review of the recently-wrapped winter 2024 anime season! With continuing smash hits like The…
The GLORIO Chat Episode 159: Winter 2024 Anime Wrap Up
It’s been a pretty solid season, but do any of these shows break The Curse of Kenjiro Tsuda?
OtakuGeneration.net :: (Show #982) The Apothecary Diaries
Shownotes :: (show 982) :: () :: () :: () :: () With The Apothecary Diaries, recorded live March 31st, 2024. This week we watched a show…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 8 Review – Early Morning Poison Case
It’s not easy being Maomao when there are two emergency patients bright and early.
TSUTAYA Weekly Manga Sales Ranking: March 25 – March 31, 2024
There have been some changes to the reporting style here on the Blog. Please refer to the post here for further information. All of the data you find…
GOBLIN SLAYER, The Apothecary Diaries, A Certain Scientific Railgun, A Certain Magical Index, The Irregular at Magic High School
~SPOILER FREE~ FINAL THOUGHTS: WINTER 2024
Come one, come all! Step into this season of amazing EDs! Aside from the shows listed below, I also watched Pon no Michi, which depressingly isn’t really about…
The Apothecary Diaries, Pon no Michi, TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy-, A Sign of Affection, The Dangers in My Heart
Winter 2024 Anime In Review
Quick Overall Thoughts Over all this season was pretty alright. Some of the weight of how good it is comes from continuing series like Frieren and the Apothecary…
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 7 Review – Maomao’s Homecoming
Maomao uses a big-brained move to get a chance to return home.