PAUL McCARTNEY’S NINE DAYS IN A TOKYO JAIL — THE “WACKY” DECISION THAT CANCELED A TOUR AND ENDED A WINGS ERA
Paul McCartney arrived in Japan on January 16, 1980, expecting to begin a major Wings tour. Instead, within hours, one of the most famous musicians in the world was under arrest. Customs officials at Narita Airport had reportedly found about 7.7 ounces of marijuana in his luggage, turning what should have been a triumphant arrival…