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How many japanese bombers were involved in the attack on pearl harbor

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There were six Japanese aircraft carriers: Akagi, Kaga, Soryu, Hiryu, Shokaku, and Zuikaku. In all there were about 408 Japanese aircraft on all these combined. 360 for the first two waves and 48 on defensive CAP (Combat Air Patrol). Hope this helps.
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