Original
10/22/2023 - 03/24/2024 Finished
The Apothecary Diaries (Kusuriya no Hitorigoto)
Also known as: 薬屋のひとりごと
Maomao, an apothecary's daughter forced into imperial service as a maid, conceals her pharmaceutical mastery to blend into obscurity at court. When the emperor's children fall mysteriously ill, her swift diagnosis catches the attention of the perceptive eunuch Jinshi, who exposes her talent and elevates her to lady-in-waiting. Her medical brilliance becomes indispensable as she navigates court politics and uncovers the ailments plaguing those around the emperor.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
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Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Watch on: Crunchyroll
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto has no filler episodes: all 24 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maomao— | — | Canon |
| 2 | Chilly Apothecary— | — | Canon |
| 3 | The Unsettling Matter of the Spirit— | — | Canon |
| 4 | The Threat10/29/2023 | 10/29/2023 | Canon |
| 5 | Covert Operations11/05/2023 | 11/05/2023 | Canon |
| 6 | The Garden Party11/12/2023 | 11/12/2023 | Canon |
| 7 | Homecoming11/19/2023 | 11/19/2023 | Canon |
| 8 | Wheat Stalks11/26/2023 | 11/26/2023 | Canon |
| 9 | Suicide or Murder?12/03/2023 | 12/03/2023 | Canon |
| 10 | Honey12/10/2023 | 12/10/2023 | Canon |
| 11 | Reducing Two to One12/17/2023 | 12/17/2023 | Canon |
| 12 | The Eunuch and the Courtesan12/24/2023 | 12/24/2023 | Canon |
| 13 | Serving in the Outer Court01/07/2024 | 01/07/2024 | Canon |
| 14 | The New Pure Consort01/14/2024 | 01/14/2024 | Canon |
| 15 | Raw Fish01/21/2024 | 01/21/2024 | Canon |
| 16 | Lead01/28/2024 | 01/28/2024 | Canon |
| 17 | A Jaunt Around Town02/04/2024 | 02/04/2024 | Canon |
| 18 | Lakan02/11/2024 | 02/11/2024 | Canon |
| 19 | Chance or Something More02/18/2024 | 02/18/2024 | Canon |
| 20 | Thornapple02/25/2024 | 02/25/2024 | Canon |
| 21 | How to Buy Out a Contract03/03/2024 | 03/03/2024 | Canon |
| 22 | Blue Roses03/10/2024 | 03/10/2024 | Canon |
| 23 | Rose Balsam and Wood Sorrel03/17/2024 | 03/17/2024 | Canon |
| 24 | Jinshi and Maomao03/24/2024 | 03/24/2024 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Kusuriya no Hitorigoto have?
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto is season 1 of 2 in the franchise: Kusuriya no Hitorigoto and Kusuriya no Hitorigoto 2nd Season. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Kusuriya no Hitorigoto have?
This page covers 24 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 48 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Kusuriya no Hitorigoto?
It is recommended to watch Kusuriya no Hitorigoto in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Kusuriya no Hitorigoto online?
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Is Kusuriya no Hitorigoto a complete anime?
Yes, Kusuriya no Hitorigoto is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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