Goryokaku
A star-shaped Western-style fort. See the whole star from Goryokaku Tower next door.
- Area
- Hokkaido · Hakodate
- Location
- Goryokaku
- Getting there
- Streetcar: Goryokaku-koen-mae
- Admission
- Park freeTower: ¥1,000
- Hours
- Tower: 9:00–18:00
- Closed
- Open every day
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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