Wrecks · 1 destinations worldwide

Kogyo Maru

Coron wreck with a bulldozer, cement mixer and tractor still in the cargo hold.

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About kogyo maru

Kogyo Maru was a Japanese cargo ship carrying construction equipment and supplies to the front, sunk in the 24 September 1944 US strike. She lies on her starboard side at 15–34 m.

The cargo holds still contain a bulldozer, a cement mixer and a tractor — preserved in their original positions. Penetration is excellent. The engine room is intact. Marine life includes schooling jacks, lionfish, scorpionfish on the hull.

Advanced Open Water + Wreck specialty are essentials for the penetration. Day boats from Coron town run her — most operators include her in a 2-tank wreck trip with Akitsushima or Okikawa.

When to dive with Kogyo Maru

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CoronPhilippines
High probabilitySeasonal / shoulderOff-season
Best months overall: every month. Year-round. Visibility 15–25 m, best Mar–May.

Where to dive with Kogyo Maru

1 destination across SE Asia — peak seasons vary by location, so plan your trip around the right destination AND the right month.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive with kogyo maru?
Year-round. Visibility 15–25 m, best Mar–May.
What's the best destination for first-timers?
Coron is the easiest entry point — short flights, beginner-friendly conditions, and reliable sightings during peak months.
What certification do I need?
No — Open Water certification is enough for kogyo maru encounters. Most sightings happen above 18m on standard recreational dives.
Photography tips?
Powerful primary torch for the cargo-hold equipment. Wide-angle, slow shutter, light up the bulldozer with strobe.

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