This ship has not been fully identified as to name or even type. This wreck is generally called the “ Japanese Patrol Boat”. The overall design of the boat is that of a fishing vessel. While it is clear that it was being used in a military mission, it is not clear if it was a fishing vessel converted for use or a military vessel designed using fishing craft designs. It seems most likely that it was originally a small coastal trawler. Starting as early as 1918, the Japanese government started to standardize boat building with an eye for conversion from civilian to military usage. Deep sea trawlers, coastal trawlers, whalers and even fishing boats all incorporated features that would allow easy conversion.

You can enjoy a vast assortment of tropical fish and coral reefs on this dive site. The wrecked ship is situation in Triboa Bay at a depth of 20 - 25 meters. Visibility is from 7-13 meters and a cable from the bow of he ship across the coral reef is placed for the divers to finish in 3 meters.