Arrests Made in Okinawa for Possession of Illegal E-liquid

Regulations by 2FIRSTS.ai

Dec.13.2023

Arrests Made in Okinawa for Possession of Illegal E-liquid

According to Okinawa Times, Okinawa police have arrested and charged three suspects for possessing e-liquids containing designated drug ingredients.

According to a report by the Okinawa Times on December 13, the Chief of Okinawa Prefecture Police, Yuzhi Kamaya, announced that the police have arrested and charged three suspects for allegedly possessing e-liquids containing specified drug substances during their investigations from January to the end of October this year.

According to reports, local police arrested three individuals in September on charges of violating the pharmaceuticals and medical devices law (possession). Among them is a 41-year-old man who was found in possession of e-liquid containing substances similar to cannabis within the city of Ishigaki.

Director Kamaya also stated, "In recent years, certain foods and tobacco products sold in the market have been advertised as legal marijuana, when in fact they may contain illegal drug ingredients.

The Japanese parliament amended a law on December 2 to regulate the designated drug HHCH (hexahydrocannabinol), yet no law enforcement actions have been taken to date.

References:

[1] 指定薬物たばこ県警が３人摘発リキッド所持

Also Read:

[1] Japanese Actor Murasugi Seminosuke Admits Drug Possession Allegations

[2] Japan Considers Increasing Heated Tobacco Tax to Fund Defense

[3] Glo Hyper Pro: New Heat-Not-Burn Tobacco Device Released in Japan

#Law enforcement #E-liquids #Asia #Japan #Illegal e-cigarettes

We welcome news tips, article submissions, interview requests, or comments on this piece.

Please contact us at info@2firsts.com, or reach out to Alan Zhao, CEO of 2Firsts, on LinkedIn

Notice

1. This article is intended solely for professional research purposes related to industry, technology, and policy. Any references to brands or products are made purely for objective description and do not constitute any form of endorsement, recommendation, or promotion by 2Firsts.

2. The use of nicotine-containing products — including, but not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, nicotine pouchand heated tobacco products — carries significant health risks. Users are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.

3. This article is not intended to serve as the basis for any investment decisions or financial advice. 2Firsts assumes no direct or indirect liability for any inaccuracies or errors in the content.

4. Access to this article is strictly prohibited for individuals below the legal age in their jurisdiction.

Copyright

This article is either an original work created by 2Firsts or a reproduction from third-party sources with proper attribution. All copyrights and usage rights belong to 2Firsts or the original content provider. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or any other form of unauthorized use by any individual or organization is strictly prohibited. Violators will be held legally accountable.

For copyright-related inquiries, please contact: info@2firsts.com

AI Assistance Disclaimer

This article may have been enhanced using AI tools to improve translation and editorial efficiency. However, due to technical limitations, inaccuracies may occur. Readers are encouraged to refer to the cited sources for the most accurate information.

We welcome any corrections or feedback. Please contact us at: info@2firsts.com

69% of Russians Support Full Ban on E-Cigarette Sales, SuperJob Survey Shows

According to Gazeta.Ru, a SuperJob poll found that 69% of Russians support President Vladimir Putin’s decision to fully ban vape sales in Russia. Only 7% oppose the ban, while 15% said they are indifferent and 9% were undecided.

Nov.10 by 2FIRSTS.ai

Denmark Proposes Sharper Tax Hike: Heated Tobacco Up 132%, Nicotine Pouches Facing 1,000% Increase

According to foreign media, the European Union will examine a strengthened Danish proposal to amend the Tobacco Excise Directive. The plan introduces sharper tax increases on heated tobacco, nicotine pouches and other products. Despite overwhelming public opposition in earlier consultations, the revision continues to move forward, raising concerns about supply chain impacts and potential growth in illicit trade.

Dec.04

Melaka Cracks Down on Unlicensed Vape Retailers with Fines and Seizures

Melaka’s local authorities are intensifying enforcement against unlicensed e-cigarette retailers by issuing notices, imposing fines, and seizing illegal products. State executive councillor Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem said only premises meeting the required conditions will be granted trading licences under the Licensing of Trades (Local Authorities) By-Laws 2010.

Dec.10 by 2FIRSTS.ai

KT&G Q3 Net Profit Up 73%; Overseas NGP Revenue Nearly Doubles, Nicotine Pouch Expansion Set to Launch Globally

KT&G reported its Q3 2025 financial results, posting revenue of KRW 1.83 trillion (≈USD 1.31 billion) and a 73.4% year-over-year surge in net profit—marking the company’s highest operating profit in five years. The Next Generation Product (NGP) segment performed strongly, generating KRW 279.1 billion (≈USD 199 million) in revenue, with overseas NGP sales more than doubling year-over-year.