Minami Ward
Okayama
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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.
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.
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.
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
Kobe to Setouchi Triennale Art Festival Day Tour
Luxury Day Tour from Himeji to Setouchi Triennale Art Festival
Top hotels in Minami Ward
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Location was great as it was connected to the undergroumd pathways to sunway etcs amd 5th floor to BIC Camera store which was awesome!
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
An excellent hotel which is a very short walk from the main train station. A 7/11 convenience store is even closer to the hotel. Also close to the hotel are entrances to the shopping underpass ichi ban gai which also allows easy access to shopping centres such as Aeon without having to cross streets. ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Royal Park Hotel Kurashiki
Easy location for train station, traditional canal area and restaurants
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Centurion Hotel & Spa Kurashiki
Basement hot tub/sauna was a great amenity. Very walkable to city’s Bikran Historical District. Easy access to train station & wonderful nearby market.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Comfort Hotel Takamatsu
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Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel
Both breakfast and dinner are included in the price. Public bath with hot spring water was available too. Good deal. A convenient store is nearby. They kept our luggage before checking in but they didn’t secure - no locks, number tags, or anything. Somebody could take it, though it wasn’t a busy ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
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 Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Naka Ward
If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Yumeji Art Museum and Parade Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.
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 Kibitsu Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
- Places of interest
- Minami Ward Star Rating Hotels
- Nearby Okayama Neighborhood Hotels
- Minami Ward Hotel Brands
- Uno Port
- Benesse House Museum
- Naoshima Ferry Terminal
- Setonaikai National Park
- Takamatsu Marugamemachi Shopping Street
- Omocha Okoku
- Washuzan Highland
- Aeon Mall Okayama
- Tonosho Port
- Shodoshima Olive Park
- Takamatsu Castle
- Korakuen Garden
- Kojima Jeans Street
- Kibitsu Shrine
- Bisei Observatory
- Kurashiki City Art Museum
- Ando Museum
