——What aspects did you want to express through this cosplay?
Kotoeri: I was conscious of Maomao-like expressions! Of course, I included the standard poses, but I also incorporated gestures and poses that Maomao showed in the series, while recreating them with my own unique expression (Yuma-style).
——Please tell us about when and how you encountered "The Apothecary Diaries," and what parts you find attractive about it.
Kotoeri: I started watching it after the anime broadcast of "The Apothecary Diaries" began. The charm is in how Maomao behaves freely and uninhibitedly while solving mysteries and advancing the story.
——Please let us know about any activity announcements or cosplays you'd like to try in the future.
Kotoeri: I usually am active on TikTok, and I also hold request photo sessions! This was my first time doing cosplay, but there are many other characters I'd like to try, so I hope I can present them somewhere again. When that happens, I'll announce it on X, so please check it out!
——Thank you very much!
Despite this being her first cosplay challenge, Kotoeri-san skillfully expressed the world view of "The Apothecary Diaries" and Maomao's charm. Her experience as a photography subject up until now was evident in the shoot.
<Model/Interviewee>
Kotoeri Yuma
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Photography: kato
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