When I calmly consider this, the flame of anxiety burns my body. Towards the public, I am deeply ashamed of my lack of discretion.. I would like to apologise to successive emperors and people by doing my best for reconstruction of the nation and people's happiness.
Hirohito
I made efforts to swallow tears and to protect the species of the Japanese nation.
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That most unfortunate war, which I deeply deplore.
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The war has developed not necessarily to Japan's advantage.
To strive for the common prosperity and happiness of all nations as well as the security and well-being of Our subjects is the solemn obligation which has been handed down by Our Imperial Ancestors and which lies close to Our heart.
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