Goryōkaku Tower, Observation tower in Hakodate, Japan.
The reinforced concrete structure rises 107 meters above Goryokaku Park, featuring six observation floors with glass walls for unobstructed views of Hakodate.
The Shimizu Corporation designed and constructed the tower in 1964, followed by its renovation and public opening in April 2006.
The tower serves as an information center displaying exhibits about local history, including a bronze statue of samurai Toshizo Hijikata.
Visitors can reach the tower by taking a 17-minute tram ride from Hakodate Station to Goryokaku-koen-mae stop, followed by a 13-minute walk.
The observation decks provide a complete aerial perspective of the star-shaped fort below, surrounded by one thousand cherry trees along its moats.
Location: Hakodate
Inception: December 1, 1964
Architects: Shimizu Corporation
Official opening: April 1, 2006
Floors above the ground: 6
Elevators: 2
Height: 98 m
Website: https://goryokaku-tower.co.jp
GPS coordinates: 41.79469,140.75400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:09
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