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Goryokaku Park

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Goryokaku Park

The site of Goryokaku Fort, the former political capital in this area, known for its cherry blossoms.

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Goryokaku, a Western-style fortress, was built in 1866 and served as the political capital of Hokkaido until the new Meiji government took over. It later became a popular tourist attraction after it was opened to the public as "Goryokaku Park" in 1914 and was designated as a national special historic site.

Many relics of the former fortress can still be found in the center of Goryokaku. The cannons, food storage facilities, and other relics of the war are still in place.
There are two cannons, and their appearance distinguishes between the two. One cannon was built in England, and the other in Germany aboard the Meiji government warship "Choyo."

Goryokaku Park is also famous for its beautiful flowers. One is the cherry blossom grove, which is so lovely that it has become synonymous with Goryokaku Park. The sight of approximately 1,530 cherry trees in full bloom is a sight to behold. The other is the wisteria trellis, which blooms a little later than the cherry blossoms and forms a wisteria tunnel. It is recommended to take a walk under the wisteria.

Highlights

  • The former political capital of Hokkaido became a tourist attraction.
  • There are many relics of the war.
  • The blooms of wisteria trellis and the cherry blossoms are must-sees. Visitors can admire the beauty known as Goryokaku Park's face.

Photos

  • Goryokaku, which has a rare star-shaped pentagonal layout, is open to the public. *Photo provider: Goryokaku Tower

    Goryokaku, which has a rare star-shaped pentagonal layout, is open to the public. *Photo provider: Goryokaku Tower

  • There are two cannons in the facility, with a glimpse of the weight of history.

    There are two cannons in the facility, with a glimpse of the weight of history.

  • The wisteria trellises are also synonymous with Goryokaku Park. In spring, they form a beautiful tunnel when they are in full bloom.

    The wisteria trellises are also synonymous with Goryokaku Park. In spring, they form a beautiful tunnel when they are in full bloom.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Not available

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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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Yes, it is.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.

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Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?
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You are allowed to eat and drink in the park and bring your own food and beverages.

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Are coin lockers available?
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Lockers are available to use at no charge.

Reviews

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  • Valiant Wang

    登上五稜郭塔，可以俯瞰整個五稜郭的全景，五角星形的結構一覽無遺。

  • 良光

    不僅能欣賞到壯觀的建築遺跡和美麗的自然景色，還能深入了解日本幕末時期的重要歷史事件。

  • 張莉萍

    園內的櫻花盛開，吸引了大量賞花客，是北海道著名的賞櫻地點之一。

  • 我是タカ

    當櫻花盛開時，整個公園仿佛被粉嫩的花朵柔和包圍，創造出一幅非常美麗和浪漫的景致。

  • Yuk1030

    北海道櫻花盛開最美就是在五稜廓公園，是函館出名的賞櫻名所。

Details

Name in Japanese
五稜郭公園
Postal Code
041-0806
Address
1-26-8 Mihara, Hakodate City, Hokkaido
Telephone
0138-40-3601
Holiday
Open every day
Hours
Outside of the fort: open 24 hours
Inside of the fort: 5:00am-7:00pm (April-October), 5:00am-6:00pm (November-March)
Admission
Free
Directions
15 minutes on foot from the Goryokaku Koen-mae streetcar stop.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)

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