Tried to defend half the map. Bruce pointed out the the US army has to kill X IJA steps and exit off a road. The Japanese should pick a spot around 10 hexes along the road from the exit end. Then defend along the road in Jungle hexes.

Since I spread out the US army was able to separate me and defeat me in detail. Pay attention to victory condition. Is this alternative strategy realistic compared to how the Japanese fought? No. Better chance to win the scenario probably.

Using the maps from Saipan and Marianas game means, I guess, the jungle hexes are heavy. THis based on game specific rules for Saipan.