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Really, this thread is more dedicated to the effects of such a course.
In short, while the Army advocated a straight-up invasion of the Home Islands, the Navy wished to continue their blockade and bombardment instead, while taking over parts of China (Shanghai is mentioned) and Korea to serve as additional basing grounds for the Air Force.
For the sake of further expansion of the discussion, I would like to also propose it include a successful version of the Kyujo Coup D'etat, with War Minister Anami deciding to support Hatanaka rather than remain on the sidelines, and without the General's uniformly agreeing to carry out the Emperor's will.