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.
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.
Eikan-do Temple
Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.
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
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Essentials Private Tour: Perfect for First-Time Visitors
Yu's Personalized Kyoto Tour with Photo: Samurai/Geisha History
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Top hotels in Okazaki
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Great hotel, really helpful staff. It was very convenient to get to Osanbashi Pier.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
The staff were responsive, welcoming, and very helpful. We felt taken care of the minute we set foot inside. Hotel amazingly clean and updated. The onsen was peaceful. The restaurant was incredible with views i will remember of kyoto. The location made travel easy, esp with the shuttle. We cannot ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Everything was good, just the massage chairs, some of them need maintenance
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Absolutely loved this hotel and total vibe! The rooftop was awesome and staff was great! Warm blankets and hand warmers were icing in the cake. Breakfast was great. Wonderful location. Would absolutely stay again!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The only thing i didn’t really like was the breakfast buffet. The variety of food was not as expected and a lot of the food was cold and looked like it was there a while. But there were enough choices of restaurants near by and food court at the mall next to the hotel. The location of the hotel was ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Okazaki
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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 Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like ShinPuhKan Shopping Center 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 Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
