Naka Ward Travel Guide
Okayama
Popular places to visit
Yumeji Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Yumeji Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Okayama University
Explore the campus of Okayama University as part of your travels around Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Okayama Castle
Learn about the local history of Okayama when you spend time at Okayama Castle. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Aeon Mall Okayama
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Aeon Mall Okayama during your visit to Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Korakuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Korakuen Garden, a lovely green space in Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Kibitsu Shrine
You can find out about the history of Okayama with a stop at Kibitsu Shrine. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Okayama International Hotel
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
Okayama Plaza Hotel
Breakfast simple
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu
Excellent place to stay especially if you want to explore Naoshima or the other islands near by. Close to the docks and the trains. Breakfast buffet choices are extensive and the staff is always friendly and helpful. If we are going back to this part of Japan we will definitely book there.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Great location in Okayama, right near the station and across from a great area for bars and restaurants. Was tricky to find initially from the station, but once you know the route its easy to go back and forth. Staff were very friendly and polite helping with holding bags before check in, amenities ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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.
