Naka Ward Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.”
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
(Family Recommended!) Private Fukuoka Tour by Local Tour Guide
Kobe to Setouchi Triennale Art Festival Day Tour
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Hotel Watergate Okayama - Adults Only
Great place.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
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 29 Aug 2025
Okayama Plaza Hotel
This hotel is the first class hotel in Okayama. Expedia offers us the delightful accommodation fee(not a Korakuen park side room ).
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Location was great as it was connected to the undergroumd pathways to sunway etcs amd 5th floor to BIC Camera store which was awesome!
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
My husband and I stayed at Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama for one night between two parts of our trip near the Seto Inland Sea. The hotel is conveniently located near the city’s JR station and within walking distance of urban landmarks like Okayama Castle. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 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 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Naka Ward
Omotecho
While visiting Omotecho, you might make a stop by sights like Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Sunny Country Okayama-kan.
Nakasange
Nakasange might not have many top sights, but Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art and Okayama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Aminohama
While Aminohama may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Koraku Onsen Honoka no Yu.
Higashi Ward
Check out nearby sights like Bizen Osafune Knife Museum while you're spending some time in Higashi Ward and the surrounding area.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Kanko Stadium and Kibitsu Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Setonaikai National Park and Okayama South Village are top sights worth seeing.
