They do not depend upon mere legends and myths. They are not predicated on the false conception that the Emperor is divine and that the Japanese peop…

- Hirohito

We have resolved to endure the unendurable and suffer what is insufferable.

- Hirohito

To strive for the common prosperity and happiness of all nations, as well as the security and wellbeing of our subjects, is the solemn obligation whi…

- Hirohito

Endure what is difficult to endure and to suffer what is difficult to suffer.

- Hirohito

I made efforts to swallow tears and to protect the species of the Japanese nation.

- Hirohito

All men are brothers, like the seas throughout the world; So why do winds and waves clash so fiercely everywhere?

- Hirohito

I discovered freedom for the first time in England.

- Hirohito

You can't imagine how much more work I had when I was a god.

- Hirohito

The fruits of victory are tumbling into our mouths too quickly.

- Hirohito