Is medical marijuana legal in Tokyo?

Partly.

Medical marijuana is restricted in Tokyo. Updated October 2026.

Tourists

Tourist access to medical cannabis in Tokyo is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

Tokyo follows Japan law. Medical cannabis in Japan: CBD only.

The recorded ruling

WhereItsLegal indexes medical marijuana in Tokyo as restricted. Tokyo follows Japan law. Medical cannabis in Japan: CBD only.

Tourist access to medical cannabis in Tokyo is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

This city page inherits the parent jurisdiction’s recorded facts. A local ordinance is only shown when it exists as its own record.

Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.

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Frequently asked

Is medical marijuana legal in Tokyo?+

Partly — medical marijuana is restricted in Tokyo.

Is medical marijuana restricted everywhere in Tokyo?+

The recorded status for Tokyo as a whole is restricted. Local bylaws can still add conditions.

Can tourists use medical marijuana in Tokyo?+

Tourist access to medical cannabis in Tokyo is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

When was this Tokyo medical marijuana ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-19.

Can you fly with medical marijuana into Tokyo?+

No. medical marijuana is restricted in Tokyo; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.

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