[fso301]

If that whaling ship had the Japan flags, those idiots essentially invaded Japan and were lucky the Japanese sailors just didn’t throw them overboard with anchors tied to their feet

Given the type waters those vessels operate in, throwing them overboard sans cold weather gear would be sufficient. Their eco ship might or might not be able to rescue them.

[Jonty30]

When faced with Japanese imprisonment, some people might try to escape. Even take the table they are tied to with them.

On the far side of the ship...