WEED - CBD Usage Rising in Japan Despite Drug Taboo

Japan may be known for its zero-tolerance cannabis laws and strong social stigma against the drug, but the sentiment towards CBD is quickly changing. CBD extracted from the seeds or adult stems of the plant is legal and is currently sold in vapes, drinks, and sweets at specialty cafes, health food stores, and even a shop in Tokyo’s main airport. Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare is considering approving medical marijuana to treat conditions like severe epilepsy. According to a recent industry report, the Japanese CBD market is expected to become Asia’s second-largest CBD market, reaching around ...