To construct her, a slipway used for the Shinano was slightly extended, and had large fishing nets drawn up around it, much like the preceding 'Secret Mega Ships.' It was presumed the Japan was working on a Supercarrier. The three comma-like shapes are magatama, arranged in a pattern resembling mitsudomoe. Named after the province of Japan commonly believed to have the portal to hell, the Izumo was beloved by the Japanese populace, as giving the 'American Invader' hell.

'Sakura' are Japanese cherry blossoms, considered one of the national flowers of Japan, the other being the chrysanthemum of the Imperial Seal of Japan, which was placed on the prow of capital ships.

The only current exceptions are Zuikaku, Shoukaku, Taihou (these three have avian themed clothing) and Agano. Some of them are also oni (a type of demon in Japanese mythology).

Secondary gun batteries make them a serious threat to smaller vessels, and the many anti-aircraft guns lining their decks offer a tremendous amount of anti-aircraft defense.

Massive firepower coupled with heavy armor make them the deadly juggernauts of the sea. The girls representing IJN ships usually have animal features such as ears, tails, or both. Battleships are the quintessential 'heavy hitters' of World of Warships and offer a triple threat to their opponents.

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