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The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 to premiere October 2
The third season of the popular anime series ‘The Apothecary Diaries’ (Kusuriya no Hitorigoto) is scheduled to premiere on October 2, 2026. The new season will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll in various regions, including North America, Europe, and Oceania, with specific release times such as 8:00 AM PT.
Following the events of the second season involving the Shi clan rebellion, the story shifts focus. Maomao returns to her life as an apothecary in the pleasure district, while Jinshi must navigate his responsibilities following the revelation of his true identity. The season is expected to introduce new mysteries, including rumors of a mysterious celestial maiden.
In addition to the television series, a theatrical film is planned for release in Japanese cinemas on December 11, 2026. Furthermore, Universal Studios Japan has announced a collaboration event titled ‘Universal Cool Japan 2027,’ featuring ‘The Apothecary Diaries’ from February 10 to June 30, 2027, to coincide with the film's release.
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Crunchyroll · Eve · Jinshi · Maomao · Natsu Hyuuga · OLM · The Apothecary Diaries · Universal Studios Japan · Yorushika
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The USJ collaboration will be linked to the upcoming theatrical film ‘The Apothecary Diaries: The Secret of the Consort’. animeanime.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] Yorushika will perform the opening theme for the third season of ‘The Apothecary Diaries’. ascii.jp · magmix.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] The third season of the TV anime ‘The Apothecary Diaries’ is scheduled to begin broadcasting on October 2, 2026. ascii.jp · magmix.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Universal Studios Japan will host a collaboration event for ‘The Apothecary Diaries’ from February 10, 2027, to June 30, 2027. animeanime.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] Reina Ueda has been cast as the character Byakuryou. ascii.jp · magmix.jp