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Shōhō was a light aircraft carrier of the Imperial Japanese Navy that served during the early Pacific War. Originally constructed as a submarine support ship, she was later converted into a carrier and joined the Japanese operation surrounding Port Moresby. American carrier aircraft sank Shōhō on 7 May 1942 during the Battle of the Coral Sea, making her the first Japanese aircraft carrier lost in World War II.
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HIJMS Shōhō ranks #93 of 186 in the Shipwreck ranking, behind SS Waratah, ahead of SS Khedive Ismail.
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How good is HIJMS Shōhō?
HIJMS Shōhō scores 7.98/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Shipwreck category. First Japanese carrier sunk in war gives clear milestone status, though ship itself is less famous.
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See our alternatives page for HIJMS Shōhō for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: RMS Titanic, SS Lusitania, MV Wilhelm Gustloff.
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Is HIJMS Shōhō worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.98/10, HIJMS Shōhō is a solid option in Shipwreck. See all Shipwreck ranked.
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