Hashima is also known by its nickname “Gunkanjima” (Battleship Island) due to its unique silhouette. This island has been added to the Tentative List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for its historical value based on its industrial heritage. It has also been getting world-wide attention as it was the model for the “Dead City” in the James Bond movie “Skyfall”. Gunkanjima flourished as a coal mining community since 1890. In 1974 when the coal mine closed, the island became completely deserted. Today, tours are offered to visit Hashima.