Naka Ward Travel Guide
Okayama
Popular places to visit
Yumeji Art Museum
Centered on his iconic pieces, the Yumeji women, one of Japan’s most famous cultural figures started a truly aesthetic movement.
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.
Things to do
Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals!
Okayama Private Customizable Half Day Tour
Okayama Private Customizable Full Day Tour
Kurashiki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Okayama International Hotel
Okayama Plaza Hotel
整體住宿體驗還不錯，房間乾淨整潔，環境也安靜，適合休息。 其中一天我外出時，房務人員有進來打掃，但我回到房間時發現房門沒有確實關好，讓我當下相當擔心房內物品的安全，隨即向櫃台反應。所幸最後沒有任何物品遺失。 希望飯店未來在房務作業上能更加留意，確保每位住客的安全與安心，避免類似情況再次發生。
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Watergate Okayama - Adults Only
I had an early appointment at the hospital. Easy 7 minute walk from the hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Easily accessible
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu
Clean room and great location.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel
Location difficult to find in rain as no sign visible from main road
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Naka Ward
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 Performing Arts Theatre 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.
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 Momotaro Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Okayama South Village and Setonaikai National Park are top sights worth seeing.
