"Real Maomao is Way Too Cute!" Is the Real One Here? Fans React to The Apothecary Diaries VA Aoi Yūki’s Double Peace Signs

A photo of voice actress Aoi Yūki, who appeared at a stage greeting for the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries, has been shared on Aoni Production’s official X account. Her outfit, inspired by her character, has sparked significant conversation.

The post reported that Yūki, who plays Maomao, appeared at the "TV Anime The Apothecary Diaries [with Stage Greeting] Season 2 Retrospective Special Screening" held at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya on April 12. Along with expressions of gratitude to the fans, the post urged everyone to "Look forward to Season 3 and the movie!!" The attached photo captures Yūki in an ensemble reminiscent of the series' protagonist, Maomao. She is seen smiling and making peace signs with both hands, wearing a pale green dress layered with a black jacket featuring Chinese-style knot ornaments and a distinctive hair accessory.

TV anime The Apothecary Diaries is an anime series based on the light novel series by Hyuganatsu. Set in a fictionalized medieval Orient, it is a "Rear Palace" mystery entertainment series where the young "poison tester" Maomao uses her knowledge of pharmacy to solve various difficult incidents occurring within the imperial court.

Fans reacted to the post with a flood of praise for the outfit and her appearance, with comments like "My fave is so cuuuuuute!" and "Real-life Maomao is so cute." There were also many anticipatory comments regarding future developments, such as "I'm already looking forward to it!"

(C)Hyuganatsu, Imagica Infos/"The Apothecary Diaries"Project