Omotecho Travel Guide
Okayama
Popular places to visit
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.
Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art
Some of the city’s and region’s most influential artists, going far back into history, provide a sense of Okayama through artists’ eyes.
Things to do
(Family Recommended!) Private Fukuoka Tour by Local Tour Guide
Top hotels in Omotecho
Okayama Universalhotel Second Annex
This hotel was absolutely filthy. Seemed as if the room hadn't been cleaned. There was mold and hair all over the shower.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2024
Hotel Lotus Okayama - Adults Only
Room was clean. Good amenities. Bed spacious. Location a bit far from city hub.
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025
Okayama View Hotel
Nice place
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Okayama Universal Hotel Annex
The free dinner and breakfast were a pleasant surprise. Staff were helpful with figuring out ac.
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
Good room. Nice staff. Good breakfast. No lounge area, just breakfast area. - would have been nice to have had somewhere elsewhere to sit
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Super location next to Shin Okayama! Room was spacious, clean and comfortable beds. Good dinner options nearby and good breakfast included in rate!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Omotecho
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.
Naka Ward
If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Yumeji Art Museum and Parade Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
