From the Japanese viewpoint, it was a good trade: a plane and pilot for a ship and crew.
A regular dive bomber would have a good chance of being shot down, and would do less damage.
Had two uncles on Okinawa; one Marine, one Army. Marine uncle pinned under a flipped over jeep (mine) and bayoneted in the throat while he was helpless ( he lived).
It’s personal for my family.
Understand your point though.