The Apothecary Diaries vs ZENSHU
The Apothecary Diaries has the higher audience score (8.7/10 against 8/10 for ZENSHU). The Apothecary Diaries is the older of the two (2023 against 2025). Both are animation, drama shows, so they suit a similar mood.
The Apothecary Diaries
ZENSHU| The Apothecary Diaries | ZENSHU | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.7/10 | ★ 8.0/10 |
| Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Seasons | 1 | 1 |
| Genres | Animation, Drama, Mystery | Animation, Drama |
| Country | JP | – |
| Creator / director | – | – |
| Main cast | Aoi Yuuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi | Anna Nagase, Kazuki Ura, Rie Kugimiya, Minori Suzuki, Akio Suyama |
Synopsis
The Apothecary Diaries
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
ZENSHU
After graduating from high school, Natsuko Hirose starts her career as an animator. Her talent quickly flourishes, and she makes her debut as a director in no time. Her first anime becomes a massive hit, sparking a social phenomenon and earning her recognition as an up-and-coming genius director. Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love! However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to…
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