GACKT Official X update. Translation below

From December 12th, the “use” of marijuana will also become a crime.

Japan is moving in a different direction from the United States. However, this strengthening of the law only clarifies Japan’s rules further, saying “what is prohibited is prohibited.”

Different countries have different rules and different common sense.
For example, the Japanese etiquette of “holding a bowl while eating” is considered “absurd” in many foreign countries.
Conversely, it is natural that what is permitted overseas is not permitted in Japan.

In the end, no matter where you are, the important thing is to behave with respect for the rules and etiquette of the country.
If you want to do something that is “not permitted in Japan,” just live in a country where it is OK.
It’s a simple thing that even a child can understand: “Don’t do what you shouldn’t do.”

However, the reality is that many Japanese people do not know the common sense of the world, and foreigners often do not understand the common sense of Japan.
That is why it is necessary to prepare guidelines for both sides.
If the guidelines are vague, it will only cause confusion and increase problems.

One option may be to close the country off and seek a way to survive on its own.
Of course, in this day and age, that’s nearly impossible.

By the way, I’m in favor of national isolation. What about you?

Translation: GACKT ITALIA Team

Translation © GACKT ITALIA