Goryokaku Tower, a special historic site overlooking Goryokaku and the city of Hakodate.
- Hokkaido
- Sightseeing
Goryokaku was established after the arrival of the black ships
Goryokaku was eventually built as part of Hakodate's defensive measures.
On the second floor of the Goryokaku Tower's observation deck, there is an exhibition space where visitors can learn about the history of Goryokaku.
Visitors can learn about the history of Goryokaku, and while gazing at the view from the tower, think back to Hakodate at the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
Goryokaku is also famous for its cherry blossoms. About 1,500 cherry trees, including Someiyoshino cherry trees, signal the arrival of full-blown spring.
A must-see for Bakumatsu fans! Arrow bamboo planted by Toshizo Hijikata
Next to the bronze statue is a hand-planted arrow bamboo planted by Hijikata Toshizo from his birthplace.
The arrow bamboo is a plant belonging to the bamboo grass family, which is used to make arrows. It is said that arrow bamboo was often planted in samurai residences as a material for arrows.
The observation deck went up!
The pentagonal shape of the observation deck was created in a very unusual way.
The observation deck was built on the ground around the tower and transported to the top of the tower using wires.
It took 27 hours to lift it up. The monitor in the elevator hall shows the scene. Please take a look at it as well.
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Location 43-9 Goryokaku-cho, Hakodate City, Hokkaido
Access
Hakodate Ekimae" to "Goryokaku Koen-mae" stop on the Hakodate City Tram, Approximately 15 minutes on foot.
Hakodate Bus "Hakodate Ekimae" - "Goryokaku" stop, approx. 15 min. walk.
■Hakodate Bus "Hakodate Ekimae" - "Goryokaku Koen Iriguchi" stop, approx. 7 min. walk.*The contents and services in this article are subject to change.