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Three Actions You Can Take to Oppose CBN Regulation

1. Submit an Opinion for Public Comment

• e-Gov Public Comment: Call for Opinions on the "Draft Ministerial Ordinance to Partially Amend the Ministerial Ordinance Stipulating Designated Substances under Article 2, Paragraph 15 of the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, etc., and Stipulating Medical and Other Uses under Article 76-4 of the same Act.”

2. Sign the Online Petition

• Change.org: SaveJapanCBN あなたの声がチカラになります

3. Respond to the Survey

• Usage Survey: CBN（カンナビノール）利用実態調査アンケート

Current Situation (as of November 4, 2025)

Conclusion

• The regulation (designation as a controlled substance) of CBN is not yet finalized.
• Although it was approved by the Designated Substances Subcommittee and a public comment period for CBN's designation was initiated, the process itself is now being questioned. The public comment process is currently under review regarding additions and schedule adjustments.

Timeline

• May: "Cannabis cookie" incident involving students from Yamanashi Gakuin University.
• August: JCF (Japan Cannabinoid Federation) is established.
• October 28: The Designated Substances Subcommittee meets and approves the designation of CBN as a controlled substance.
• October 29: The CBD Parliamentary League convenes. Diet members raise concerns with the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) regarding the process of designating CBN.
• Current (November): The ongoing public comment period is being reconsidered due to insufficient presentation of scientific evidence, and launching a new, separate public comment period is under consideration.
• The CBD Parliamentary League is scheduled to meet again soon (date to be determined).