Goryokaku (Hakodate, Hokkaido)
Overview Goryokaku is a star-shaped Western-style fortress built at the end of the Edo period, and has been developed into Goryokaku Park. The moat and earthworks create a beautiful geometric pattern, allowing visitors to enjoy the changing scenery throughout the seasons. The bird's-eye view from the adjacent Goryokaku Tower is one of Hakodate's most iconic views. Highlights From the Goryokaku Tower Observatory...