Japan’s Cannabis Cases Hit Record High, Youth Most AffectedJapan reported a historic surge in cannabis-related criminal investigations in 2023, with 6,482 cases marking an unprecedented increase, according to Kyodo News. Significantly, individuals in their teens and twenties constituted over 70% of these cases, highlighting a growing concern among young populations. This shift represents the first instance since 1958 where cannabis offenses have outnumbered stimulant drug cases, underscoring changing drug use trends and challenges within Japanese society. Explore the latest global cannabis reg…
