The adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries has just been officially renewed for its third season. The announcement was made during a special event in Japan, accompanied by new promotional art featuring Maomao, the protagonist who has captivated fans worldwide with her intelligence and unique personality.

The anime, based on the light novel written by Natsu Hyuuga and illustrated by Touko Shino, follows the story of a curious young woman who, after being kidnapped and sold as a servant in the imperial palace, uses her knowledge of medicine and poisons to solve mysteries and assist figures of the court.

Release date and production confirmed

The third season of The Apothecary Diaries is scheduled to premiere in April 2026 in Japan. In Brazil, the launch will take place simultaneously via Crunchyroll, with Portuguese subtitles and dubbing. TOHO Animation remains in charge of production, keeping the same team that worked on the previous seasons.

There is still no confirmation on the total number of episodes, but the producers have promised to continue adapting the current light novel arc, maintaining the focus on palace life and Maomao’s new investigations.

Fan reaction and expectations

On social media, fans celebrated the announcement with excitement, highlighting the depth of the characters and the narrative quality that make the anime one of the most praised in recent years. Many also expressed hopes to see the relationship between Maomao and Jinshi develop even further in this new phase.

With two successful seasons and critical acclaim, The Apothecary Diaries cements its place among the most sophisticated and engaging anime of today.