It must have been hell for Yamamoto to be asked to start a war he himself felt could not be won.
I believe the decision makers in Japan hoped to grab control of the entire western Pacific rim, then sue for peace. They felt America as didn't want a war and didn't have the stomach for a long war.
I'd have stayed around Pearl long enough to find the American Carriers. That was crucial to the follow up of taking Midway.
@Sailor Steve that was hilarious.
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