Japan

Japan Government Opens Public Comment Period for Cannabis Reform

Over the next few weeks, public comments will be submitted regarding the future of Japan’s cannabis regulatory framework.

5 months ago

The Cannabis Market Is Booming in Japan

The market in Japan expanded from $26.3 million in 2019 to $173.8 million in 2023.

7 months ago

Man Dies at Tokyo Airport With Kilo of Drugs in His Stomach

A man has been confirmed dead after attempting to smuggle a large amount of drugs through an airport in Tokyo…

9 months ago

The Beatles’ Psychedelic Painting ‘Images of a Woman’ Auctions for Over $1.7M at Christie’s

All four Beatles painted and signed a painting that was auctioned at Christie’s New York in the Big Apple.

10 months ago

Japan Amends Cannabis Law Allowing for Medicinal Products, Criminalizing Rec Use

The previous law prohibited administering or taking cannabis-derived medicines.

11 months ago

Japanese Hemp Cultivators Working To Revitalize Hemp Industry

There aren’t many hemp cultivators left in Japan but those who remain are developing new products to boost interest and…

1 year ago

Over-The-Counter Overdoses Largely Affect Women, the Young

New research out of Japan found that overdoses stemming from over-the-counter drugs are overwhelmingly affecting women and the young.

1 year ago

Cannabeginners: How To Legally Use Cannabis In Japan

Before toking in Tokyo get the facts on what is legal.

1 year ago

Japanese Health Officials Propose Revision of Law To Allow Import, Medical Cannabis

Japanese officials released the latest report in an ongoing review to consider a revision to its cannabis law.

2 years ago

Spain Hemp Museum Unveils New Japanese-Themed Exhibit

The Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum of Barcelona in Spain recently announced the opening of its newest exhibit, entitled “Cannabis…

2 years ago