星型城郭「五稜郭跡」は国の特別史跡に指定されています。戊辰戦争最後の戦い、箱館戦争の舞台となりました。榎本武揚、土方歳三らが率いる旧幕府軍にとって最後の砦となった五稜郭。一般的には五稜郭公園の名で親しまれています。復元された箱館奉行所も見ものです。

春は桜の名所、冬は堀の周りをイルミネーションが彩ります。現在では約1,500本が花を咲かせています。散り際には堀の水面が花びらで覆い尽くされる「花筏（はないかだ）」も見られ、開花時とはひと味違った趣を楽しめます。大型連休前後には花見に集う市民であふれ、賑やかです。サクラ以外にも、フジ、ツツジ、スイレンなどの花も見事。

堀の外周は一周1,800メートルほどの遊歩道になっていて、ジョギングやウォーキングを楽しむ市民の姿も多く見られます。冬は、凍った堀に雪が積もって幽玄の世界に。四季折々に美しい景色が眺められる五稜郭公園。函館にお越しの際はぜひ、ゆっくり散策してみてください。

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The star-shaped fortress "Goryokaku Ruins" has been designated as a national special historic site. It became the stage for the Hakodate War, the last battle of the Boshin War. Goryokaku became the last fortress for the former shogunate army led by Enomoto Takeaki, Hijikata Toshizō, and others. Generally, it is familiar by the name Goryokaku Park. The restored Hakodate Magistrate's Office is also a sight to see.

Spring is a famous place for cherry blossoms, and in winter, illuminations color the area around the moat. Currently, approximately 1,500 trees are blooming with flowers. At the time of scattering, "hana-ikada" (flower rafts), where the surface of the moat is completely covered with flower petals, can also be seen, and you can enjoy a charm different from the blooming time. Before and after the long holiday period, it overflows with citizens gathering for cherry blossom viewing, and is lively. Besides cherry blossoms, flowers such as wisteria, azaleas, and water lilies are also splendid.

The outer circumference of the moat is a promenade of about 1,800 meters for one lap, and many figures of citizens enjoying jogging and walking can also be seen. In winter, snow accumulates on the frozen moat, turning it into a world of profound beauty. Goryokaku Park, where beautiful scenery can be viewed throughout the four seasons. When you come to Hakodate, please do try to take a leisurely stroll.