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: 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. Kaigun : Strategy, Tactics, and Technology in t...

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 navy's leadership remained fixated on a

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

Evans and Peattie detail how the IJN balanced indigenous innovation with foreign influences:

: It tracks the shift from purchasing foreign ships to the "Made in Japan" self-reliance achieved by the late 1920s. Reader Resources