Technology In T... | Kaigun : Strategy, Tactics, And

: The navy's leadership remained fixated on a single, capital-ship fleet engagement, which blinded them to the realities of a drawn-out war involving logistics and attrition. Evolution of Technology & Doctrine

: While Japanese systems and tactics (like those seen at the Battle of Tsushima) were often effective, they lacked a feasible strategic goal for a protracted conflict.

: By 1941, the IJN possessed the world's most potent offensive naval air arm, though it was still secondary to the battleship-focused Combined Fleet in the minds of many leaders. Kaigun : Strategy, Tactics, and Technology in t...

: Facing numerical inferiority against Western powers, the IJN focused on superior training, night-fighting capabilities, and "outranging" the enemy with better technology.

Evans and Peattie detail how the IJN balanced indigenous innovation with foreign influences: : The navy's leadership remained fixated on a

The definitive guide on this subject is by David C. Evans and Mark R. Peattie. This landmark work, published by the U.S. Naval Institute , provides a comprehensive analysis of the IJN’s development from its inception to the brink of World War II. Core Themes & Strategic Insights

The text is supplemented with technical data and historical context to aid comprehension: : Facing numerical inferiority against Western powers, the

: The book highlights critical gaps in the IJN’s preparations, specifically its failure to develop effective anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and radar technology.