Travel in Hokkaido

Goryokaku Tower

Goryokaku Tower · 五稜郭タワー

Visit Goryokaku Tower for a view of the whole star-shaped fortress, which is difficult to take in from ground level.

After the deck, walk through the park to explore the fortress up close. 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

Location on the map

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Admission

Deck admission: adults 1,200 yen; junior high and high school students 900 yen; elementary school pupils 600 yen. Preschool children are listed as free.

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Opening hours

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

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What to see at Goryokaku Tower

The star-shaped fortress from above

See Goryokaku's star shape from the observation deck. If also walking in the park, explore the fortress at ground level after viewing it from above.

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How to get to Goryokaku Tower

Take a Yunokawa-bound tram from Hakodate-ekimae to Goryokaku-koen-mae, then walk about 10 minutes to the tower. Buy deck tickets at the floor 1 counter. This differs from a route to JR Goryokaku Station.

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Before you visit

Exterior works scheduled through 15 November 2026

The tower states that it operates during exterior works. Check the operating notice for your date before a deck visit.

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Tickets and booking for Goryokaku Tower

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Questions about Goryokaku Tower

Which stop should I use for Goryokaku Tower?

Take a Yunokawa-bound tram from Hakodate-ekimae to Goryokaku-koen-mae, then walk about 10 minutes. This is a different location from JR Goryokaku Station.