This Day in History: Mick Jagger was refused a Japanese visa on this day in 1973 because of a 1969 drug bust. The event halted the Rolling Stones' plan to tour Asia. Japan still has strict drug laws.
"Under Japan’s Cannabis Control Act, weed possession can lead to up to five years in jail, or seven if there’s a suspected intent to profit, and a potential fine of up to $18,000. Jail sentences for growing, importing and exporting weed are seven years—or up to 10 if there’s intent to profit, and a potential fine of up to $27,000." ~Manisha Krishnan
The strictness doesn't just stop with illicit drugs. Common over-the-counter medications for sinus and allergy problems are banned, such as inhalers, anything with Pseudoephedrine or Codeine, and nasal-spray bottles. One traveler was detained for carrying Sudafed. Actifed and Vicks inhalers contain stimulants, so they are prohibited as well.
It could be worse though. If you're caught with drugs in Iran, Thailand, Saudi Arabia and Singapore, you may be executed.
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