Goryōkaku
五稜郭
fortress in
Hakodate
#1 in Hakodate
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#142 in Japan
Goryōkaku, located in Hakodate, Japan, is a star-shaped fort notable for its unique Western-style design. Constructed in the late Edo period, it was completed in 1866 as a defensive measure against potential foreign invasions. The fort played a significant role in the Boshin War during the Meiji Restoration, particularly in the Battle of Hakodate. Today, Goryōkaku is a popular tourist destination, renowned for its historical significance and beautiful cherry blossoms, which attract many visitors during the spring season.
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