Currently, there's no anime generating more buzz in Japan than Kusuriya no Hitorigoto ( The Apothecary Diaries ). According to a GEM Partners , the series tops the rankings of most-watched anime on streaming platforms, reaching 247 points . But how are these points calculated?
GEM Partners ' methodology involves the use of the "Entertainment Reach Tracker" , which collects data from various Japanese streaming services. The difference lies in not only relying on viewing figures, but also on how many people actually watch the content, offering a more accurate view of each title's weekly popularity.
In the current rankings, Squid Game remains strong in second place with 120 points , while the surprise hit is Sakamoto Days , which took third place with 114 points . The mix of action and comedy proves to be a successful formula. The classics Detective Conan and One Piece round out the top five, with the latter maintaining audience interest.
Among the biggest risers, Dr. STONE rose from 12th to 6th place with 67 points , while Medalist surprised by jumping from 89th to 11th place in just one week.
Fans wasted no time and filled the networks with comments:
- “ Kusuriya no Hitorigoto is the true queen of streaming.”
- “The growth of Sakamoto Days is unbelievable.”
- “Who would have thought Medalist would rise so high?”
- Sakamoto and Medalist fans is hilarious.”
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto Synopsis:
Maomao, the daughter of a pharmacist with an unusual fascination for poisons and medicines, and Jinshi, a handsome and enigmatic eunuch, face more complex mysteries within the imperial court! With the confirmation of the pregnancy of the emperor's favorite consort, Lady Gyokuyo, Maomao returns to the Jade Palace as his poison taster. However, amidst this tense atmosphere, foreign merchants and an emissary arrive at the palace with absurd demands.
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