Okazaki Travel Guide
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Heian Shrine
An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.
Nanzen-ji Temple
Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.
Eikan-do Temple
Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.
Kyoto Municipal Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Kyoto Municipal Zoo during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
As a place that celebrates 20th-century contemporary art, this museum has innovative themes that are very different from traditional Kyoto culture.
Kyoto International Exhibition Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kyoto International Exhibition Hall during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
KIYOTO’s Kyoto E-Cycling: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Osaka & Kyoto Highlights Tour with Traditional Kimono Experience
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
Top hotels in Okazaki
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Clean room good breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Very nice overall, would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
This hotel was one of our favourites in Japan. It is a beautiful property inside and outside. The attention to detail in every aspect is appreciated. The staff are friendly, kind and able to support you with any queries. The room is large and has all the amenities you could ever need. The location ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
very good
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great location for what we had planned, hotel is stunning, great food and bakery and the staff for the roof top lounge were fantastic. Would stay here again gladly
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Okazaki
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art while you're exploring the area.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
