Anime viewers completely understand that there are times when a show releases an episode that’s best watched alone otherwise an innocent family viewing session could turn into an awkward experience. The Apothecary Diaries is set to release one of those episodes, and even its creator, Natsu Hyuga, is bracing herself for the cringe headed her way.
So, Hyuga simply hopped on X (formerly Twitter) to alert fans of an upcoming scene in The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, Episode 11. But, like, what’s so awkward about this scene, and why should we even care? Let’s get into it.
The ‘Frog Episode’ of The Apothecary Diaries: The episode that has fans (and the author) blushing
For those unfamiliar with the upcoming episode’s infamous moment, it takes place in Volume 3 of the original The Apothecary Diaries light novel. In this scene, the intelligent main character of the series, Maomao, is unexpectedly caught off guard by a frog jumping on her head. Her surprise causes her to stumble into Jinshi, a mysterious character, resulting in an accidental but highly revealing moment.
So, in the midst of all that chaos, Maomao totally misidentifies a particular part of Jinshi’s body as the frog, which is totally humiliating but also sort of important: Jinshi is not a eunuch. If you’ve been keeping up with Jinshi’s mysterious presence throughout the show, this is a huge plot twist in the way that he interacts with Maomao and the rest of the plot.
So, the fans have been quite excited about this adaptation, but here is the catch: Nobody is more anxious about its airing than Natsu Hyuga herself. In her social media post, Hyuga revealed an additional layer of discomfort, saying that her family and close relatives will be watching the episode live! She wrote on X,
There’s talk about how the upcoming anime Apothecary Diaries will be awkward to watch with family, but what’s more awkward is me having my close relatives watching it in real-time.
With all the comedy, awkward closeness, and cringe factor in this scene, it’s no wonder the creator is kind of dreading it too. Some fans are being all supportive and playful about it, while others can’t wait to see how the anime pulls off this funny but super important moment in the story.
However, Hyuga’s post also brings another question to our mind: Does anyone even watch this anime with their family in the first place?
Who even watches The Apothecary Diaries with family?
Unlike family-friendly anime, The Apothecary Diaries often features complex themes and suggestive humor, making it an unlikely choice for group viewing. With all the adult content, medical plot revelations, and saucy one-liners, it’s definitely not your average family-watching show.
Unlike all those shonen or slice-of-life anime, that cater to a broad audience, The Apothecary Diaries dives deep into complex court drama, innuendos, and those moments that’ll even make single-viewers feel a bit uneasy. Therefore, this makes Hyuga’s warning feel almost unnecessary, fans were never going to gather around the TV with their parents or younger siblings to watch this episode.
However, if anything, her tweet only heightened anticipation, making fans even more curious about how awkward things are about to get. This particular episode may take it to another level, ensuring that even solo viewers might find themselves cringing.
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— daily apothecary diaries (@dailykusuriya) March 14, 2025
Aside from the humor and possible blush-worthy awkwardness, the ‘frog’ scene is an important turning point in The Apothecary Diaries. So far, Maomao has maintained her defenses with Jinshi, having no idea who he is or what he wants. With this accidental revelation, her attitude towards him changes, opening the door to more intense character interaction and tension.
for Jinshi, who has kept his secret under wraps for so long, the moment signifies a shift in his relationship with Maomao. It’ll be humorous to watch how she picks up on this new knowledge and if it changes how she acts around him.
So, the much-anticipated Season 2, Episode 11 of The Apothecary Diaries is set to air on March 21, 2025. And, if you’ve been following The Apothecary Diaries, get ready to press play, but maybe if you prefer to watch the show with family, then maybe give them a heads-up first.
The Apothecary Diaries is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.
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