Naka Ward
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 Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Okayama International Hotel
Okayama Plaza Hotel
Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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
The in-house laundry facility is convenient. The room looks outdated: the steps into the bathroom can be risky for older people. The bathtub is too deep and has no grab bars. The staff can be quite unhelpful. We asked for a room change to a room with a shower outside of the tub. We were charged extra ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu
Hotel location is excellent right across from train station steps from the train station , breakfast buffet it’s good omelet coffee and small Asian food not a lot of western foods though. We stayed at a Japanese style room it was extreme spacious with a living room and table and all don’t know the ...
Reviewed on 10 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.
