The Apothecary Diaries

The Apothecary Diaries – Palace Intrigue With a Package Insert

Of all things, a poisoning makes her happy: Maomao, an apothecary from the red-light district, is taken against her will into the inner court of the imperial palace as a servant – and can't help but solve the poisoning cases that crop up there. "The Apothecary Diaries," originally titled "Kusuriya no Hitorigoto," is based on the novel series by Natsu Hyūga and became an international hit through manga adaptations and the 2023 anime; the second season followed in 2025. At Elbenwald you'll find officially licensed merchandise for the series – from figures to wall art. No prior knowledge of pharmacology required, an appetite for clever heroines definitely is.

What makes The Apothecary Diaries so special?

The mix of mystery and court life. Instead of sword fights, there are symptoms, motives, and interrogations; instead of battles, the quiet power architecture of an imperial court modeled on ancient China – and in Maomao, an investigator fascinated by poison, generally exhausted by people, and fundamentally suspicious of compliments. Her rival and patron Jinshi, the most handsome man in the palace, keeps running into exactly that incorruptibility – the push and pull between the two carries half the series. For the merchandise, that means character designs with an eye for detail, from Maomao's freckles to the teacup with a hidden bottom. Fans of the series have, incidentally, been known to check rather conspicuously who poured the tea ever since.

Frequently asked questions

What The Apothecary Diaries products does Elbenwald offer?

Officially licensed goods with a focus on figures, plus T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, wall art, and mousepads. Use the filters to narrow the range down by product type.

What is The Apothecary Diaries about?

The apothecary Maomao is sold as a servant into the inner court of the imperial palace, where she solves poisoning cases and untangles intrigue. The palace official Jinshi recognizes her talent and draws her ever deeper into the affairs of the court.

How do I recognize officially licensed merchandise for the series?

By the license notice on the product or packaging. Elbenwald carries exclusively officially licensed goods – the product page names details on the respective manufacturer.

Range overview

The backbone is formed by the figures – Maomao in ever-changing appearances, Jinshi appropriately elegant. For everyday wear there are T-shirts and hoodies, for the desk mousepads, and for tea time mugs. Wall art brings the palace onto your wall – no application process for the inner court required.

What else goes well with it?

You'll also find clever heroines with a mind of their own at Frieren and Spice and Wolf – the latter negotiates rather than investigates. Heaven Official's Blessing explores East Asian palace and deity worlds, reading material in every direction comes from the manga volumes, and the Anime theme world keeps the big overview.