Ganja in Suwon, South Korea - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Suwon in South Korea. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Suwon in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Suwon.

So, I just touched down back home from Suwon a couple of days ago, still got that fresh buzz in my head as I’m sparking up this joint of girl scout cookies strain. Man, Suwon was lit — couldn't have had a better time without those dank buds keepin' me company.

Local Attitudes Toward Cannabis in Suwon

Just because cannabis is strictly regulated in Suwon doesn’t mean the locals are strongly opposed to it. In fact, most people in Suwon don’t seem to care too much about marijuana use. Of course, it’s wise to follow some basic rules, like not smoking in public. But even if someone notices you, it’s unlikely they’ll see it as a big deal.

On my first night in Suwon, Sam invited me to a small gathering at his place — just a few friends, some beer, weed, and a PlayStation 5. It was exactly my kind of evening! I was fortunate to have met Sam, who became my go-to person for cannabis during my stay in Suwon. He assured me that as long as you’re respectful and avoid drawing attention, the locals are generally okay with cannabis use. But again, it’s best not to carry more than 10 grams on you.

Where to Buy Cannabis in Suwon

So, how do you actually buy cannabis in Suwon? Sam shared some insights. Big dealers in Suwon often source their products through the darknet — using services like DrChronic or Bitpharma. They then resell the cannabis to locals and tourists. While this method is possible, it’s not really practical for short-term visitors. Navigating the darknet and waiting for a package can be complicated and time-consuming.

For the average tourist, the game has changed. You ain’t gon' find street dealers in Suwon as easy anymore. Now, it’s all about those encrypted messengers. You get the plug’s contact, check out the menu, and decide on a drop-off spot. No face-to-face meetups, just a masked package and some GPS coordinates. Pay with crypto, pick up your stash, and dip. Safe and sound. Was I glad I had Sam as my connect? Hell yeah. Didn’t have to mess with all that drama.

What Are the Rules About Weed in Suwon?

In Suwon, weed with a lot of a special component called THC (the stuff that makes you feel high) is not allowed. You can’t just go to a store and buy it like in some other countries. There’s also a kind of weed that doctors can give to sick people, but it doesn’t make you feel high like the other kind.

When I was in Suwon, I met a local guy named Sam who knows a lot about how things really work with weed in Suwon. He told me that even though the rules are strict, the police aren’t always super strict about it, especially with visitors.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

In Suwon, if you have a little bit of weed with you (less than 10 grams), you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might take it away, but they usually won’t arrest you. It’s still a good idea to be careful and not smoke cannabis in public in Suwon.

Question / Answer session about marijuana in Suwon

Is high % THC weed forbidden in Suwon?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted in Suwon, while police is relaxed about marijuana and having less than 10 grams with you should not result in imprisoning anything serious.

Anyway what if you get caught with some THC cannabis product in Suwon?

Depends on the situation, but if officers think you are a drug dealer for some reason who delivers stuff - you should get punished problems. In general tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers with large amounts.

Can I find weed in Suwon in some oldschool way?

Of course you can! While sniffing dark streets / parks and pinging taxi drivers is an outdated approach for searching marijuana already - a big bunch of dealers migrated to online sales via messengers and crypto, but hustling parks and central streets in searches for weed may still give you some successful results.

Top quality weed and hash in Suwon - truth or myth?

Yes, truth, but complex to find. Quality differs among different dealers.

Is it possible to find hash in Suwon?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Suwon. Not always available, but rather popular.

Price for weed / hash in Suwon?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on quality and anything else. From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to $20 - $25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around $30-$35 per 1 gram. Have not seen low quality weed in Suwon so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Can Both Relax & Invigorate You

This mainly depends on the type of strain you use to consume. Indica is more relaxing and sedating, while Sativa is more uplifting and energetic. You can choose either or a mix or both for interesting results!

2. You Can’t Lethally Overdose On Cannabis

Don’t get us wrong. You can overdose on cannabis, which means consuming more than the recommended amount. What it means is that it’s practically impossible for you to consume the amount of cannabis it would take to kill a person.

3. Psychoactive Compound

The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), responsible for the "high" sensation

4. Hemp

Cannabis plants with less than 0.3% THC are classified as hemp, which is used in textiles, paper, and even food products.

5. Oldest Record of Use

The oldest written record of cannabis use comes from a Chinese medical text dating back to around 2700 BC, where it was recommended for treating gout, rheumatism, and malaria.