Travel in Hokkaido

Goryokaku Tower

Goryokaku Tower · 五稜郭タワー

Go up Goryokaku Tower for the fort’s complete star shape, which is difficult to see from ground level.

After the view, walk in the park for a closer look. The park walk and tower visit are separate choices.

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Visitor information

Address

北海道函館市五稜郭町43-9

43-9 Goryokaku-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0001, Japan

Map location

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Admission

Observation deck admission: adults JPY 1,200; junior high and high school students JPY 900; elementary school students JPY 600. Preschool children are listed as free.

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Opening hours

Standard hours are 09:00–18:00; ticket sales until 17:50. Open year-round; check official notices for special hours.

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What to see at Goryokaku Tower

See the star-shaped fort from above

The observation deck shows Goryokaku’s star-shaped layout. If also walking in the park, take a closer look at ground level afterwards.

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How to get to Goryokaku Tower

Take a tram towards Yunokawa from Hakodate Station to Goryokaku-koen-mae, then walk about 10 minutes to the tower. Buy observation deck tickets on the 1st floor. This is not the route to JR Goryokaku Station.

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Visiting tips

Exterior wall work scheduled until 15 November 2026

The tower says it will remain open during the exterior work. Check date-specific operating notices if planning an observation deck visit.

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Tickets for Goryokaku Tower

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Questions about Goryokaku Tower

Which tram stop should I use for Goryokaku Tower?

Take a tram towards Yunokawa from Hakodate Station and get off at Goryokaku-koen-mae. Walk about 10 minutes to the tower. This is different from JR Goryokaku Station.