Goryōkaku

Built in the Edo period, Goryokaku is a western-style, star shaped fort in Hakodate. The fort was built to protect Hakodate from a Russian fleet and was built in a star-shape to allow for better protection while reducing the number of blind spots where a cannon could not fire. A historic and culturally relevant site, Goryokaku is also a popular cherry blossom viewing site come springtime due to the 1,600 cherry trees surrounding the fort.

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Built in the Edo period, Goryokaku is a western-style, star shaped fort in Hakodate. The fort was built to protect Hakodate from a Russian fleet and was built in a star-shape to allow for better protection while reducing the number of blind spots where a cannon could not fire. A historic and culturally relevant site, Goryokaku is also a popular cherry blossom viewing site come springtime due to the 1,600 cherry trees surrounding the fort. Adjacent to the fort is the famous Goryokaku Tower that offers a gorgeous panoramic view of the fort, allowing visitors to be able to see the star-shape.

From Tokyo:

About 4 hr 26 minutes from Tokyo Station to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station (via Tohoku Shinkansen)-->About a 15 minutes train ride from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station to Hakodate Station (via Hakodate Line).--> From Hakodate Ekimae, it is best to take a bus to Central Toshokanmae.

Hotels

JR Hotel Yakushima

Natural Hot Spring Hotel Grantia Hakodate Goryokaku

Exclusive in Goryokaku area, natural hot spring big baths available at the top floor. There are high-rank comfort rooms on the upper floors. All guest rooms have air conditioner for comfortable stay. Enjoy welcoming coffee at the lobby. We have shuttle bus service to Hakodate Airport and Hakodate station.

$66
avg/night
JR Hotel Yakushima

Hotel Hokke Club Hakodate

Conveniently located at 1 minute walk from the city trolley "Goryokaku Koen Dentei" stop. Separate men and women laundromats, ladies only seats at breakfast, and non-smoking floor. Internet connection available in all rooms. Children up to 6 sleep free with an adult.

$62
avg/night