Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential campaign astonished many Americans in Japan, with some fearing it could derail the long-standing bilateral alliance and others worried whether the divided nation can overcome its differences, according to a survey by The Japan Times.

Most Americans bemoaned the breakdown in public unity linked to his comments during the campaign and expressed worry about the U.S.-Japan alliance. All commented by email.

"I think this is the most disappointed I have ever been in the American electorate," said Dan Potts, a lawyer in Tokyo who raised concerns that Trump would take advantage of "racism and misogyny."