FAQ About Emperor Hirohito
What was the significance of Emperor Hirohito's surrender speech?
Emperor Hirohito's surrender speech on August 15, 1945, was significant as it was the first time the Japanese public heard his voice. The broadcast marked Japan's unconditional surrender to the Allied forces, effectively ending World War II. It is remembered for its euphemistic language, as Hirohito stated the war "did not go necessarily to Japan's advantage."
