Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Okayama
Visit Higashi Ward
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.
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu
Excellent place to stay especially if you want to explore Naoshima or the other islands near by. Close to the docks and the trains. Breakfast buffet choices are extensive and the staff is always friendly and helpful. If we are going back to this part of Japan we will definitely book there.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Okayama Washington Hotel Plaza
Most staff was friendly. However, there was no AC only heat. Thus our room was very hot. There was some mold in the corner of the bath tub. The location is decent.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Great location in Okayama, right near the station and across from a great area for bars and restaurants. Was tricky to find initially from the station, but once you know the route its easy to go back and forth. Staff were very friendly and polite helping with holding bags before check in, amenities ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
JR Clement Inn Takamatsu
호텔 첫인상은 위치가 너무 좋다 였습니다. 선착장도 걸어서 5분 이내, 고토덴 전차도 좀 급하게 뛰니까 2분내 도착 JR 역도 가깝고, 공항리무진 버스도 가깝고 그냥 다 좋습니다. 단지 맛집을 가기위한 쇼핑가가 걸어다니기 좀 귀찮긴 한데 동네 구경하면서 다닐만했고, 호텔 바로 앞에 있는 엄청난 이자카야 너무 싸고 맛있어서 좋았어요. 그리고 1층에 편의점이 있어서 좋았고, 방에 들어가자마자 제일 좋았던것은 침대가 예상보다 컸다는거.. 일본 호텔에서 보기 힘든 수퍼싱글보다 큰 사이즈의 침대 호텔 9층에 있는 대욕장도 매일 여행 끝에 ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Ekimae Universalhotel
殆ど良かったです。コスパの面では文句無し。スタップも親切。ただしお風呂のロッカーはレニューアルが必要かなと思います。
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
Naka Ward
If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Parade Hill Park and Yumeji Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Performing Arts Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Kanko Stadium and Momotaro Arena 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.
