Dive the wreck of IJN battleship Nagato, Bikini Atoll, Marshall Islands

The wreck of IJN battleship Nagato is one of the most spectacular dive sites in the lagoon at Bikini Atoll. Due to its depth (about 180 FSW) it is not as well explored as many of the other attractions at Bikini. There is so much history attached to this ship that it is worth a visit just to temporarily connect yourself with its past. The wreck lies upside down, making orientation challenging. This short video, which was shot in November 1997 on analog equipment, presents brief views of the aft and mid sections as well as the antics of my diving friends who made their descent in formation like a group of parachutists. The shots that follow include the aft port wing where the mooring was tied, the aft 16 inch guns hanging upside down from the overhead, the monolithic rudders and propellers, and the historic bridge and superstructure. Original Music “Transfigured Dreams“ from the Cellulose Moods-1 royalty free music collection by Primary Elements ()