Hisagawa Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hisagawa maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
23 3.583 N,119 57.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.059717
  • Longitude: 119.954167
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Indian Spring Low Water
Name HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 6886
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 9, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 230335N, 1195715E ON CHINESE 0013. NCA. 2.7.84 NOT SHOWN ON JAPANESE 525 [?1982 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2017

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KAWASAKI KISEN KK. SUNK BY CARRIER-BASED US AIRCRAFT ABOUT 25M SW OF TAINAN, FORMOSA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 23 3.583 N,119 57.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 9, 1945.

When was the wreck of the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6886 tons.

What type of wreck is the HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The HISAGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.