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.”
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals!
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Breakfast was nice
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Okayama by IHG
Room was far too small for the price and very ordinary compared to other similarly priced hotels.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The OneFive Okayama
Location is good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Okayama Koraku Hotel
This hotel is at a perfect location for accessing public transportation and seeing the sites. For westerners, the breakfast leaves a little to be desired.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Abest Grande Okayama
スタッフも大変感じ良くとても親切でした
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Ekimae Universalhotel
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
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.
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, Okayama South Village and Setonaikai National Park are top sights worth seeing.
