Star Fort
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Goryokaku Fort
五稜郭
Japan's first Western-style star-shaped fort, built in 1864 in Hakodate. Famous as the final battleground of the Boshin War and now a beloved cherry blossom viewing spot.
| Japanese Name | 五稜郭 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hokkaido (北海道) |
| Region | Hokkaido (北海道) |
| Castle Type | Star Fort |
| Year Built | 1864 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 41.7965, 140.7518 |