Japanese law enforcement have apprehended a suspect, identified as Hasuki, on allegations of using the prohibited substance known as "Zombie tobacco." This illegal substance has been the cause of increasing public safety concerns across Japan, and this latest arrest took place in Tokyo last week. Details of the case and further information about an impending court trial are yet to be disclosed.

Drug usage and related crimes are widely frowned upon in Japanese society, which holds a tough stance against narcotics. Also known as synthetic cannabinoids, Zombie tobacco has been of concern, given its grave effects on users and societal implications, such as increased healthcare costs and crime levels. This news would likely prompt further discussions about the efficacy of Japan's narcotics control policies and preventative measures.

In the US or EU, the use and distribution of synthetic cannabinoids are also illegal, seeing enforcement efforts to crackdown on these substances. However, views on drug policies are more divisive, particularly with some advocating for drug decriminalization as a strategy for managing associated societal harms. Meanwhile, Japan maintains strict penalties and societal stigmatization against drug use.