Title: Visit Kita Ward: 2026 Kita Ward, Okayama Travel Guide | Expedia.com

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# Kita Ward

## Okayama

![Okayama Castle is a Japanese castle in the city of Okayama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2660/0732b963-e2df-4111-b994-b2970ece322e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![岡山城](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384331/89449acb-cd10-4c55-afa7-3eadcff1248b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![後楽園 by takeokahp](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384331/2e14d440-914e-493c-8c19-708289f2600a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![旭川と岡山城 by takeokahp](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384331/bfed3958-fa0b-4cde-b8f1-3e0b733afcf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![旭川 by takeokahp](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384331/ab11b766-5c20-49ae-9178-ed38fe30ae42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Kita Ward

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Okayama Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Okayama.dx2660)

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### Popular places to visit

![Okayama University featuring street scenes, a garden and cycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222718/94898ecf-5bda-4817-b9c7-02f1b7ff418a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Okayama University

4.5/5(6 reviews)

A dynamically modern university, resolutely open to the whole world, occupies a set of campus buildings scattered near Okayama’s downtown.

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-University-Kita-Ward.d6222718.Vacation-Attraction)

![Okayama Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103934/1195fdbe-2c20-4777-b311-93fe384bdee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Okayama Castle

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Try on a kimono or attempt to sculpt some Bizen pottery while you tour an accurate reconstruction of Kyushu’s famous “crow castle.”

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Castle-Kita-Ward.d6103934.Vacation-Attraction)

![Aeon Mall Okayama featuring a city, night scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633928350878/8b9d1a01-d312-48e7-9af7-8ea98e424b8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aeon Mall Okayama

4.5/5(16 reviews)

One of Western Japan’s biggest shopping malls has more than 300 shops, restaurants and more, just a few steps from the train station.

[](https://expedia.com/Aeon-Mall-Okayama-Kita-Ward.d553248633928350878.Vacation-Attraction)

![Korakuen Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103928/1d09f7a7-0bb2-4e9a-8c59-317c04f52f61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Korakuen Garden

5/5(24 reviews)

Tradition and innovation mingle in a remarkable riverside landscaped space, founded in the 17th century and considered one of Japan’s best gardens.

[](https://expedia.com/Korakuen-Garden-Kita-Ward.d6103928.Vacation-Attraction)

![Kibitsu Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222959/f8a89039-c1d1-4ca6-90cf-d5cba02f7ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kibitsu Shrine

4/5(7 reviews)

Kibitsu-zukuri style architecture has an excellent example in is this sprawling temple complex considered the origin of the Momotaro story.

[](https://expedia.com/Kibitsu-Shrine-Kita-Ward.d6222959.Vacation-Attraction)

![Saijoinari Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532770299/61679b0a-f4de-44a5-9156-b073175a34e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Saijoinari Temple

After visiting Saijoinari Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails. 

[](https://expedia.com/Saijoinari-Temple-Kita-Ward.d553248621532770299.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![1 Day Okayama Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090268/5eccad89-9e74-47c7-994c-a808adbcbcf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 1 Day Okayama Guided Walking Tour

$148

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-okayama-guided-walking-tour.a50090268.activity-details)

![Kurashiki and Weeping Willows ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1162061/0bbd43f8-51b5-4e46-969f-0270d777a125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kurashiki Rickshaw Tour

$71

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kurashiki-rickshaw-tour.a1162061.activity-details)

![Sashiko Denim Workshop in Kurashiki](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50951974/678024d2-51fc-47ce-bcb6-6fac53595edd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sashiko Denim Workshop in Kurashiki

$61

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sashiko-denim-workshop-in-kurashiki.a50951974.activity-details)

[See all activities in Okayama](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Okayama.d2660.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Kita Ward Hotel Deals

![Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1940000/1936900/1936841/8486e643_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae

1-1-1, Ekimaecho Okayama Okayama-ken

$53 nightly

$58 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Stay at this hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Easily accessible

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=1936841&PinnedHotelID=1936841&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

![ANA Crowne Plaza Okayama by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1330200/1330172/210a6fcd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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ANA Crowne Plaza Okayama by IHG

15-1 Ekimoto-machi, Kita-ku Okayama Okayama

$90 nightly

$99 total

Apr 8 - Apr 9

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Verry good spacious rooms

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=1330172&PinnedHotelID=1330172&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

![The OneFive Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57870000/57868100/57868032/44847fa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The OneFive Okayama

1-1-13 Marunouchi Okayama Okayama

$118 nightly

$131 total

Mar 20 - Mar 21

Stay at this hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)

Friendly place

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F21%2F2026&selected=57868032&PinnedHotelID=57868032&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

![Okayama Koraku Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2556900/2556867/5946a575_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Okayama Koraku Hotel

5-1 Heiwacho, Kita-ku Okayama Okayama-ken

$69 nightly

$76 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Convenient, clean,well priced

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=2556867&PinnedHotelID=2556867&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

![Hotel Abest Grande Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25140000/25134900/25134859/63187991_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Abest Grande Okayama

1-8-5 Ekimae-cho Kita-ku Okayama Okayama

$72 nightly

$79 total

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (991 reviews)

Nice and friendly staff, very comfortable room, wide and clean inside and outside spa, delicious breakfast. We fully enjoyed it!!

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F13%2F2026&endDate=4%2F14%2F2026&selected=25134859&PinnedHotelID=25134859&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

![Hotel Granvia Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428372/431f9348_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Granvia Okayama

1-5 kitaku Ekimoto-cho Okayama Okayama-ken

$84 nightly

$94 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Stay at this hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The bathroom was wonderful, with a tub, anti-fog function on the mirror, and bath salts provided. There was also a great coffee-maker and hot pot, with ceramic mugs and real glasses. I'm glad that the friend who was originally going to share the room was not able to come because the twin beds crammed ...

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=428372&PinnedHotelID=428372&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976384331)

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### Other neighborhoods around Kita Ward

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### Nakasange

 While there might not be top attractions in Nakasange, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Okayama Castle. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Nakasange.dx952333463541936128)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Omotecho

 If you're spending some time in Omotecho, Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Sunny Country Okayama-kan are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Omotecho.dx952332179875201024)

![Long exposure of Okayama Caste in Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222115/f3d05a57-e801-4de7-9376-920a071fa679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Naka Ward

 If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Parade Hill Park and Yumeji Art Museum are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Naka-Ward.dx553248635991222115)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Aminohama

 Aminohama might not have many top sights, but Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Koraku Onsen Honoka no Yu are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Aminohama.dx3000730046)

![Shima-Jaya Teahouse at Koraku-en garden in Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222213/8dd28378-952e-4249-ba53-f35bbd65acf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Higashi Ward

 Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Bizen Osafune Knife Museum while you're exploring Higashi Ward and the larger area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Higashi-Ward.dx553248635991222213)

![Okayama castle is the famous castle in Okayama city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222214/fc5bed55-4dbf-4e7e-b5cf-d34891de5f2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Minami Ward

 If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Okayama South Village and Setonaikai National Park are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/Okayama-Minami-Ward.dx553248635991222214)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Okayama.dx2660.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods)

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