The island-shaped bridge became the standard in later aircraft carriers, but

As Houshou was a small ship and carrier techniques had not been refined at the time of her commissioning, the usefulness of the island bridge was not yet established.

Yep, FLAT IS BEST when it comes to a carrier's deck.

Large boobs don't fit Japanese clothing. Gimme more of that Nu-Bra look.

I'm here to test takeoff and landing operations but...

And let's get your hakama up above your knees.

I better update the policy in my office too... My friend, this ain't the age of petite big-boobed women no more

In 1924, Houshou's island bridge was removed. It would be over 10 years before the Japanese Navy would use them again.

If not for their bad judgement back then, then I would be... even I would be...

We're talking about bridges though?

Even Akagi and Kaga were once my comrades too, but they just called for "Commander" and got remodelled...