Yasaka Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Yasaka maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 52.933 N,31 9.975 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.882217
  • Longitude: 31.166250
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YASAKA MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 157.6 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 10.7
Tonnage 10932
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1915
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5476/25 17.8.25 WK REPORTED IN 315300N, 311000E. (THE TIMES, 8.8.25 & LL, 12.8.25). NO PREVIOUS RECORD. CHART AS NDW PA REPD (1925). BR STD. 16.7.81 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 315300N, 311000E [EUR]. 31.12.91 WGD POSN: 315256N, 310958.5E.
Last Amended Date Sep 20, 2023

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 BY KAWASAKI DOCKYARD CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NIPPON YUSEN. PASSAGE LONDON FOR YOKOHAMA. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 1300 NHP. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. (DODS, WW1SL, LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the YASAKA MARU wreck located?

The YASAKA MARU wreck is located at coordinates 31 52.933 N,31 9.975 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YASAKA MARU?

The seabed around the YASAKA MARU lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the YASAKA MARU sink?

The YASAKA MARU sank on Dec 21, 1915.

When was the wreck of the YASAKA MARU discovered?

The wreck of the YASAKA MARU was discovered in 1925.

What country did the YASAKA MARU belong to?

The YASAKA MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the YASAKA MARU?

The YASAKA MARU had a tonnage of 10932 tons.

What type of wreck is the YASAKA MARU?

The YASAKA MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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