Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashi Ward
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.”
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.
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.
Activities
Our pick of the best Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
위치가 좋고 룸도 깨끗했습니다 그리고 10층 온천을 이용할 수 있어서 좋았습니다 다만, 조식은 별로였습니다
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 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
Hotel Granvia Okayama
High-end hotel with stellar room and view. I stayed here because I was doing day trips to Kurashiki and Naoshima Island and this hotel is conveniently connected to the Okayama train station.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Okayama Universalhotel Second Annex
This hotel was absolutely filthy. Seemed as if the room hadn't been cleaned. There was mold and hair all over the shower.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2024
Hotel Abest Grande Okayama
必要にして充分なホテル。心地の良いシンプルさ。 大浴場も現代の需要に合っているが、サウナの温度はやや低め。アメニティが部屋にないのは最近よくあるスタイルでそれは構わないが、ならばレイザーや歯ブラシはせめて大浴場には置いて欲しい。
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
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 Performing Arts Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
