Sakawa
Also known as: HIJMS Sakawa · IJN Sakawa
The cruiser was launched at Sasebo in 1944 and after the surrender was used for repatriation voyages. It was sunk by the Able test and went down the following day. The wreck measures about 162 m as it rests. Bluewater Dive Travel lists it among the other wrecks of Bikini beyond the main dives.
Divesite facts
Level
Advanced
Categories
Wreck
Coordinates
11.6167, 165.4833
Position on the map
Tags
wreck
light cruiser
boat dive
no current
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