U.S. women arrested for allegedly smuggling $1 million worth of drugs to Japan, one claims she was motivated by free trip

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Two American women, aged 25, were arrested at Tokyo's Haneda airport for allegedly smuggling about 30 kg of cannabis.
The smuggled cannabis is valued at approximately $1 million (150 million yen).
One suspect stated her motivation was a free trip to Japan and financial gain.
The other suspect denies knowing that cannabis was in the suitcase.
The women are believed to have conspired with an unknown person, possibly contacted via social media.
Japan has very strict drug laws, with smuggling carrying potential prison sentences of up to 10 years and significant fines.
Prominent American playwright Jeremy O. Harris was previously arrested in Japan on drug smuggling charges but was later released.

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