President Roosevelt's strategy to maneuver Japan into firing the first shot was executed at Pearl Harbor, leading to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by President Truman.
Oppenheimer to Finally Be Released in Japan, After Nuclear Controversy
The biopic Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan, was a summer blockbuster worldwide except in Japan, where its release was delayed due to concerns about sensitivities related to the atomic bombings.
The decision to release the film in Japan in 2024 was made after thoughtful dialogue and recognition of the particular sensitivity for the Japanese audience.