
史About
Goryōkaku (五稜郭; lit. 'five-point fort') is a star fort in the Japanese city of Hakodate on the island of Hokkaido. The fortress was completed in 1866. It was the main headquarters of the short-lived Republic of Ezo.
Text from Wikipedia: Goryōkaku — CC BY-SA 4.0. Read more on Wikipedia →
要Quick facts
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Location | Hakodate, Hokkaido |
| Founded | 1866 |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan Special Historic Site Hokkaido Heritage |
| Official website | hakobura.jp |
| Nearest stations | Suginami-Cho Station · 943 m Goryokaku-Koen-Mae Station · 953 m Kashiwagi-Cho Station · 1.2 km Distances are in a straight line; walking routes are longer. |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Opening hours and fees change — check the official website before you go.
Data: Wikidata (CC0)
旅Hokkaidō tours
Live prices and reviews from GetYourGuide. Many tours can be cancelled for free — check each listing.
Ad: we may earn a commission if you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.
写Photos

旅Planning a trip to Goryōkaku (Hakodate)?
Hotels in Hokkaidō
Ad: we may earn a commission if you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.
問Questions visitors ask
What is Goryōkaku (Hakodate)?
Goryōkaku (五稜郭; lit.
Where is Goryōkaku (Hakodate)?
Goryōkaku (Hakodate) is in Hakodate, Hokkaido. The nearest station is Suginami-Cho Station (about 943 m in a straight line).
When was Goryōkaku (Hakodate) founded?
1866, according to Wikidata.
What are the opening hours of Goryōkaku (Hakodate)?
Hours and fees change by season and for events. Please check the official website before you go: https://www.hakobura.jp/
近Also in Hokkaidō
Open the scanner and compare →

