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Hilton denied entry into Japan

NARITA, Japan -- Paris Hilton was denied entrance into Japan on Wednesday and was returning home to the U.S.

An immigration official said Hilton was not allowed into the country.

Hilton, 29, pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor drug charge in Las Vegas.

Under Japanese law, immigration authorities can deny entry to those who have been convicted of drug-related offenses.

Hilton had been scheduled to promote her fashion and fragrance lines at a news conference in Tokyo on Wednesday.

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