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Japan·Volleyball

Former Japanese volleyball player released on bail after cannabis arrest

Thursday, 18 June 2026, 06:58 · 1 min read

A 26-year-old former member of Japan's men's national volleyball team has been released on bail after being arrested and indicted on charges of cannabis possession. Upon his release on the 18th, the player bowed before gathered reporters and offered an apology, stating he was "deeply remorseful and sorry" for his actions. The case draws attention to ongoing concerns in Japan over drug offences among professional athletes.

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NHK World大麻所持の罪で起訴 バレーボール元日本代表が保釈され謝罪 ↗︎
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