Two atomic bombs were dropped on Japan during the second world war. After nagasaki, japan's army ministers refused to surrender until four conditions were met. The emperor stepped in and famously said we have to endure the unendurable. This decision has raised questions about why it took so long for him to use his power.
When do spirit, tenacity, resilience and bravery cross into madness? When cities are incinerated? When suicide attacks become the norm? When atomic weapons are used? Japan's leaders test the limits of national endurance in the war's last year.