Kita Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kita 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 Kita Ward Hotel Deals
Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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
Hotel Granvia Okayama
The room was a bit dated, but clean and well appointed. The front desk staff was helpful whenever we had questions and we enjoyed the pianist in the lobby.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Clean room, good staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Smile Hotel Okayama
Close to railway station and tourist sites etc.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The OneFive Okayama
Location of the hotel is great. The bathroom is small and the condition of the room shows its age though. I still recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
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.
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, Setonaikai National Park and Okayama South Village are top sights worth seeing.
