Hidden Realities of North Korea: A Startling Journey Beyond the Propaganda

While there are some nominal rules against marijuana, enforcement is reportedly slack. The clarity on whether these lax standards apply to both locals and tourists is murky. However, the government strictly penalizes methamphetamine use, drawing a hard line there.

Visitors like photographer Michal Huniewicz recount experiences of constant supervision, with guides dictating everything from daily schedules to bedtime, stifling any sense of freedom during the stay.