Naka Ward
Okayama
Popular places to visit
Yumeji Art Museum
Centered on his iconic pieces, the Yumeji women, one of Japan’s most famous cultural figures started a truly aesthetic movement.
Okayama University
A dynamically modern university, resolutely open to the whole world, occupies a set of campus buildings scattered near Okayama’s downtown.
Okayama Castle
Try on a kimono or attempt to sculpt some Bizen pottery while you tour an accurate reconstruction of Kyushu’s famous “crow castle.”
Aeon Mall Okayama
One of Western Japan’s biggest shopping malls has more than 300 shops, restaurants and more, just a few steps from the train station.
Korakuen Garden
Tradition and innovation mingle in a remarkable riverside landscaped space, founded in the 17th century and considered one of Japan’s best gardens.
Kibitsu Shrine
Kibitsu-zukuri style architecture has an excellent example in is this sprawling temple complex considered the origin of the Momotaro story.
Things to do
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Okayama Korakuen, Sushi Making and Kurashiki Walking from Kyoto
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Okayama International Hotel
The hotel room and amenities were super clean and the view from my room and the garden were spectacular. The only negative is that you have to take a taxi in and out of the hotel which is quite expensive.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025
Hotel Watergate Okayama - Adults Only
Great place.
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Okayama Plaza Hotel
clean room, quiet, good location
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
It was good and everything was working.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Very clean, nice room. Breakfast was great too.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Centurion Hotel & Spa Kurashiki
Basement hot tub/sauna was a great amenity. Very walkable to city’s Bikran Historical District. Easy access to train station & wonderful nearby market.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Naka Ward
Omotecho
If you're spending some time in Omotecho, Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Sunny Country Okayama-kan are top sights worth seeing.
Nakasange
While there might not be top attractions in Nakasange, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art and Okayama Performing Arts Theatre.
Aminohama
Aminohama might not have many top sights, but Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Koraku Onsen Honoka no Yu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Higashi Ward
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Bizen Osafune Knife Museum while you're exploring Higashi Ward and the larger area.
Kita Ward
While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Kanko Stadium and Kibitsu Shrine.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Okayama South Village and Setonaikai National Park are top sights worth seeing.
