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Akitsushima Wreck

Editorial plate — compiled from published sources, not yet confirmed by a verified diver. Dived here? Verify this plate.

Coron Bay, near Manglet Island

11.98330°N, 120.03330°E

A Japanese seaplane tender sunk in Coron Bay in 1944, lying on its port side at 33–36 m with its big crane on the sand.

Depth
22–36 m
Vis
5–15 m

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Current
moderate
Health
Unscored

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Geo (surface approx.)
11.98330°N, 120.03330°E

Approximate position from published sources.

Entry / access
boat

The warship was sunk at anchor in the 24 September 1944 carrier raid and lies on its side, with the stern badly torn and the huge seaplane crane on the bottom, where batfish and barracuda gather. Trained divers can enter the engine room with its four diesels, but munitions remain and the damaged areas are full of twisted metal. It is the only true warship among Coron's main wrecks.

Difficulty
advanced

Advanced Open Water + Deep; wreck certification for the engine room

Best season
Dec–Apr (dry season)
Last reviewed
20 Oct 2026 by editorial

Hazards

  • high · Live ammunition on the wreck
  • high · Twisted metal and narrow openings
  • medium · Moderate to strong current

Marine life

Typical: giant batfish, barracuda, jacks

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Questions people search

How deep is Akitsushima Wreck?

22–36 m.

Is Akitsushima Wreck suitable for beginners?

advanced — Advanced Open Water + Deep; wreck certification for the engine room

Sources

Where sources disagree

Length 118 m (Scubatech, DIVE) vs about 115 m (Pacific Wrecks). Bottom depth 36 m vs 35 m vs 33 m.

Listed by: Scubatech Philippines

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