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Akagami no Shirayuki-hime
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Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
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There's two main factors: the main character and the envirenment
For the main characters:
- Both female
- Both herbalists and specialists in ancient medicine
- Both find herself in an unfamiliar place
For the envirenment
Royal/Imperial court with historical theme
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Recommended by YahyaBekaoui
both stories are set in ancient China, both female protagonists are similar in their diligence in their line of work, both are about solving mysteries in an emperor's palace
Both of these feature female leads which dabble in medicinal fields, and are set in historically inspired settings. While one is more European and the other is more Oriental, I think both have much to offer, and someone who likes one might enjoy the other too. Granted, they have distinct personalities, looks and the relations are somewhat different, but both protagonists are likeable, and both anime offer a decent cast of characters and are both seasonal.
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Recommended by ShadowLight13
Both "The Apothecary Diaries" and "Snow White with the Red Hair" are slice-of-life anime that focus on young women who find themselves in new and unfamiliar environments. They both have a gentle and heartwarming tone, and they explore themes of friendship, self-discovery, and acceptance.
Similarities:
-Both anime focus on young women who are outsiders. Mao Mao is an outsider in the palace due to her low social status, and Shirayuki is an outsider in her new kingdom due to her red hair.
=Both anime explores themes of friendship and self-discovery. Mao Mao and Shirayuki both make new friends and learn more about themselves as they navigate their new
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Recommended by otakuarmy2615
The Apothecary Diaries and Snow White with the Red Hair share a lot in common. Both stories follow very similar heroines: Maomao, an apothecary, and Shirayuki, a herbalist, who use their skills to navigate palace intrigues and solve problems. Set in historical-inspired worlds, they both feature court politics and personal growth, with the protagonists carving out their own paths despite the challenges they face. Romance also plays a key role, with Maomao’s subtle bond with Jinshi and Shirayuki’s deepening relationship with Prince Zen adding depth to their journeys.
Both MCs are really sweet girls who are interested in medicine.
Both animes also take place in a royal setting, with Maomao in the forbidden city and Shirayuki in the palace.
Snow white with red hair is a bit more focused on romance though.
Very lighthearted, cute stories.
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Recommended by iamnottesslol
-both feature female protagonists
-both the protagonists are herbalists
-both feature to be concubines (with Shirayuki being forced to become one and ends up escaping, and MaoMao becooming a lady in waiting to one.
Both animes are about female characters who are both interested in medicine and herbs and the anime is set in a different time.
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Recommended by DarkGryphus