Observation platform
- ・1,000 yen for adults
- ・750 yen for junior high school and high school students
- ・500 yen for elementary school students
Goryokaku Tower (107m)
Visitors can enjoy viewing Japan's first western-style pentagram castle named Goryokaku, designated as a special historical site from the two-story observation platform of Goryokaku Tower, which stands 107 meters tall. The city of Hakodate, Mt. Hakodate and the beautiful Yokotsu Mountain Range can also be seen from the platform. On a clear day, the tower provides spectacular views of the Shimokita Peninsula and Tsugaru Peninsula in Aomori Prefecture across the Tsugaru Channel. Take a look at the 16 views of Goryokaku on a scenic model called "Memorial Pole" and learn the history of Goryokaku with graphical displays in the Goryokaku History Gallery on the second floor of the observation platform. Situated on the first floor of the observation platform is an all-weather glass atrium filled with plants and greenery. This comfortable sunlit retreat offers visitors a place to sit and rest during their visit in Goryokaku.
Official site| Address | 43-9 Goryokaku-machi, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0001 |
| Operator | Goryokaku Tower Corporation |
| Completion Date | March 31, 2006 |
| Architect | Shimizu Corporation |
| Structural type | Reinforced concrete construction for the tower and steel construction for the observation platform and lower part of the tower |
| Purpose | Tourism and viewing |
STAMP RALLY information
Stamp location
Please ask the staff on the ticket counter on the 1st floor.
Present
Original goods
- * You will receive a souvenir for purchase a Stamp Rally Book and affix a stamp.
- * Please note that the content may be changed without prior notice.
View of the Star-Shaped Goryokaku Fort
You can see the view of Goryokaku star shaped as a tourist attraction and the cityscape of Hakodate.
Soetsu Ueki Gallery
The Goryokaku Tower Collection 'Soetsu Ueki Gallery' has been opened to exhibit the works of Soetsu Ueki, a painter from Hakodate who is known for his unique paintings with the motif of 'Kappa'.
Exhibition space "Goryokaku History Corridor"
Reproduce the history of the Goryokaku in a dramatic manner with the use of elaborate miniature models.
Bronze statue of Toshizo Hijikata
There is a statue of Toshizo Hijikata, deputy chairman of the Shinsengumi popular in modern times.
Goryokaku Tower Original Goods Shop
On the first floor there is a shop offering a wide assortment of original items that can only be found here.
Sun soaked space "Atrium"
On the first floor, there is an all-weather glass-enclosed atrium with planting and it is perfect for a break in Goryokaku stroll.