The 29th episode of the TV anime " The Apothecary Diaries ," based on the light novel by Natsu Hyuga that originated from the novel submission site " Shosetsuka ni Naro a Novelist," titled "Moon Spirit," will be broadcast on Nippon Television's anime slot "FRIDAY ANIME NIGHT (Fura-ani)" at 11:25 pm on February 7th.
In order to fulfill the envoy's unreasonable request to "meet the moon spirit," Maomao hears the story of the time from the accomplished old lady of Ryokuseikan, a "moon spirit" who has been in the entertainment district for over 50 years. Based on the fantastic painting that the envoy's grandfather had painted after returning to his country and the story of the time, Maomao visits the peach orchard in the harem where the moon spirit is said to have performed a dance. There, she happens to meet Shisui, who has come to catch insects, and while talking, Maomao comes up with a secret plan. On the day of the banquet for the envoy, a beautiful moon spirit appears before the envoys as the full moon rises.
The light novel version of "The Apothecary Diaries" is published by Hero Bunko (Imagine Infos), and its comic adaptation has also gained popularity. The original series has sold over 38 million copies in total. The story is set in the glamorous harem of a certain continent, where Maomao, a poison taster, and the handsome eunuch Jinshi become embroiled in an incident that takes place in the harem, which is full of conspiracies and rumors. The first season of the TV anime aired on Nippon TV from October 2023 to March 2024. The second season will be broadcast over two consecutive seasons.
