Star Of Japan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Star of japan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 13 N,16 52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.216667
  • Longitude: -16.866667
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STAR OF JAPAN
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 134.2 m
Width 16.9 m
Draught 9.2
Tonnage 6236
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 8, 1908
Original Detection Year 1909
Last Detection Year 1928
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H8379/27 20.12.27 H8379/27 20.12.27 ORIGNALLY INSERTED FROM INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY MASTER OF SS NIWARU IN 1909. WK SHOWN IN 221300N, 165200W ON FRENCH 2835 [RECEIVED 1926]. NCA. H8379/27 H8379/27 [NO DATE] WK ERASED. NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 980 [RECEIVED FEB 1928]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 1230.
Last Amended Date Apr 7, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY WORKMAN, CLARK & CO. WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 601NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J.P.CORRY & CO. PASSAGE LONDON FOR HAWKE'S BAY. WRECKED AT PEDRO DE GALLE. (DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 13 N,16 52 W
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FAQ

Where is the STAR OF JAPAN wreck located?

The STAR OF JAPAN wreck is located at coordinates 22 13 N,16 52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STAR OF JAPAN?

The seabed around the STAR OF JAPAN lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the STAR OF JAPAN sink?

The STAR OF JAPAN sank on Apr 8, 1908.

When was the wreck of the STAR OF JAPAN discovered?

The wreck of the STAR OF JAPAN was discovered in 1909.

What country did the STAR OF JAPAN belong to?

The STAR OF JAPAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STAR OF JAPAN carrying?

The STAR OF JAPAN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the STAR OF JAPAN?

The STAR OF JAPAN had a tonnage of 6236 tons.

What type of wreck is the STAR OF JAPAN?

The STAR OF JAPAN is classified as a carrier.

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