"I pray for the happiness and prosperity of all peoples."

"I am deeply moved by the resilience and determination of the Japanese people."

"I hope that the world will learn from the mistakes of the past and strive for lasting peace."

"I am deeply interested in marine biology, and I have devoted much of my time to its study."

"Japan underestimated China. It is most wise to end the war quickly and seek to build up our national strength for the next ten years."