Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Minami 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.”
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.
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.
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
Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals!
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae
Very close to the station.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu
The overall appearance of the hotel was very nice. The room was clean. The breakfast was very good, lots of options. Everyone was very nice, especially the lady at the counter who helped with information on sending our luggage forward to our next hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel
Location difficult to find in rain as no sign visible from main road
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Centurion Hotel & Spa Kurashiki
Staff super friendly and super close to the train station and shopping so beautiful
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
KOKO HOTEL Takamatsu
OK, cheap place to stay. No complaints. It does the job.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
JR Clement Inn Takamatsu
何処へ行くにも便利な立地です。 お部屋も清潔で、セパレート型のホテル内移動ＯＫの部屋着（パジャマ）が置いてあり便利でした。 朝食は付けていなかったのですが、1階にコンビニがあるので困りませんでした。 翌日琴電に乗るのも近くて便利です。 ただ、夜遅くまで足音などでうるさかったです。
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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 Performing Arts Theatre and Okayama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Naka Ward
If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Parade Hill Park and Yumeji Art Museum 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 Momotaro Arena are top sights worth seeing.
