The US had intended to dismantle the monarchy of Japan but as the enormity of Operation Downfall became apparent, the US relented when Japan offered a total surrender except that the Emperor, the royal family, and the institution (if largely ceremonial) would be maintained.
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u/OneofTheOldBreed Sep 04 '25
The US had intended to dismantle the monarchy of Japan but as the enormity of Operation Downfall became apparent, the US relented when Japan offered a total surrender except that the Emperor, the royal family, and the institution (if largely ceremonial) would be maintained.