Kita Ward 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.
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
"Noisy room, walls need painting, no smart tv, convenient location to train station."
Reviewed on 21 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
Okayama Washington Hotel Plaza
"Convenient to trains and shopping. My room had a bit of a locker room smell, though."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA
"Hard to find the entrance, the hotel name was starting JR but it was not"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Okayama by IHG
"The food in the lounge in the evening."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Granvia Okayama
"いつも同じクオリティで安心して泊まれます。"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
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.
Omotecho
While visiting Omotecho, you might make a stop by sights like Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Sunny Country Okayama-kan.
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.
Higashi Ward
Check out nearby sights like Bizen Osafune Knife Museum while you're spending some time in Higashi Ward and the surrounding area.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Setonaikai National Park and Okayama South Village are top sights worth seeing.
