"A brief synopsis of naval plans and preparations for operations in the South Pacific Area prepared prior to the outbreak of war. Some data on initial invasions showing naval participation and assistance."--Guide to Japanese Monographs and Japanese Studies on Manchuria, 1945-1960, page 35.

Cover title. "This monograph was drafted by Commander Yamaguchi, Navy General Staff Member at the time of the Southern Force Operation. The facts recorded are based upon official documents of the Second Demobilization Bureau and the personal diary of Commander Yamaguchi."--Foreword. "This Japanese Operational Monograph was rewritten in English by the Japanese Research Division, Military History Section, Headquarters, Army Forces Far East and is based on the translation of the Japanese original. Editorial corrections were limited to those necessary for coherence and accuracy."--Page vi.

Plan for the invasion of the Southern Area -- Preparations for war -- Staging for war -- The outbreak of war.