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As Japan no longer was obligated to abide by the limitations of the London Naval Treaty, a new design was created and new means of construction were utilized. Though the external dimensions were close to the Mogami-class, the design was quite different, with all the main battery of guns placed forward of the bridge, reserving the entire stern area as a large seaplane hangar. Thus giving them a very distinctive silhouette, which allowed for strong and compact protection of the magazines while also increasing and improving the living quarters aft.
As Japan no longer was obligated to abide by the limitations of the London Naval Treaty, a new design was created and new means of construction were utilized. Though the external dimensions were close to the Mogami-class, the design was quite different, with all the main battery of guns placed forward of the bridge, reserving the entire stern area as a large seaplane hangar. Thus giving them a very distinctive silhouette, which allowed for strong and compact protection of the magazines while also increasing and improving the living quarters aft.
[[Category:Heavy Cruisers]]
[[Category:Heavy Cruisers]]
[[Category:Aviation Cruisers]]