Apothecary Diaries Manga Creator Indicted for Tax Evasion
Nekokurage, the creator of The Apothecary Diaries manga, has been indicted on suspicion of tax evasion, accused of not declaring millions in income and evading taxes. The manga creator has since paid the taxes and sought assistance from a tax accountant.
Apothecary Diaries Manga Creator Indicted for Tax Evasion
The creator of The Apothecary Diaries manga, known as Nekokurage, has been indicted on suspicion of tax evasion. The Fukuoka Regional Taxation Bureau accuses Nekokurage of not declaring approximately 260 million yen in income and evading about 47 million yen in taxes from 2019-2021.
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The undisclosed income, which includes earnings from manga sales, was allegedly used by Nekokurage to purchase real estate. The investigation revealed that the taxes and fees were not paid until 2022, after the tax office provided instructions to the manga creator.
Nekokurage has since paid the taxes and sought assistance from a tax accountant to ensure proper tax filing in the future. They claimed that the neglect of tax returns was due to ignorance. It’s important to note that this is a personal matter and has no connection to the original light novel series author or anyone else involved in the creation of The Apothecary Diaries manga.
The Apothecary Diaries Manga and Anime
The Apothecary Diaries manga, based on the light novels by Natsu Hyūga, has gained significant popularity since its serialization in 2017. It is published by Square Enix and is also available in English through Square Enix Manga.
The success of the manga led to an anime adaptation that premiered on October 21. Crunchyroll streamed the anime with English subtitles, and it is set to return for a second season in 2025.
Nekokurage’s Response
In response to the allegations, Nekokurage took to Twitter to address the situation. They claimed that the neglect of tax returns was due to ignorance and emphasized that they have since paid the taxes and sought assistance from a tax accountant for future filings.
Nekokurage made it clear that this is a personal matter and should not be associated with the original light novel series author or anyone else involved in the creation of The Apothecary Diaries manga.
About The Apothecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries is a captivating story written by Natsu Hyūga. It was first published on the “Shōsetsuka ni Narō” website in 2011 and later released in print by Shufunotomo with illustrations by Touko Shino.
The series follows the journey of a young woman named Maomao, who becomes an apprentice in the imperial palace’s medical department. Her sharp wit and knowledge of herbal medicine help her navigate the complex world of court politics and solve mysterious cases.
The Apothecary Diaries has captivated readers with its intriguing plot, well-developed characters, and beautiful artwork. It has garnered a dedicated fanbase both in Japan and internationally.
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