Okazaki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bridge, koi pond, and benches.
A stone bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional Japanese architecture.
A stone bridge arching over a set of stairs leading to a traditional building.
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A garden with rocks, moss, and greenery.

Stay near popular Okazaki attractions

A traditional multi-tiered roof with green and red colors, surrounded by trees.

Heian Shrine

8.6/10 (1,155 reviews)
An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.
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Activities

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

AU$44
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

AU$74
per adult
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip
The most photogenic temple in Kyoto

Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour

AU$36
per adult
Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

AU$143
per adult
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

AU$64
per adult
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour
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Our pick of the best Okazaki Hotel Deals

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$141 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$141
13 July - 14 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (443 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff, shuttle was very convenient. Love the area"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

5 out of 5
1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$360 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$360
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Heian Shrine ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$118 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$118
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,027 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and beautiful. The staff were the friendliest in the hospitality business. Thank you for your help!"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Rihga Gran Kyoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$108 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$108
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,090 reviews)
"Hotel is TRADITIONAL Japanese style...remove shoes BEFORE entering lobby and cannot wear within the hotel. Hotel does provide free shoe cubbies (lockable). Known for their mineral baths, but we did not use because you must be naked amongst strangers. But many guests were using the mineral baths though...just ..."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$108 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$108
14 July - 15 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,841 reviews)
"Close to train station, good space in the room, good breakfast"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3.5 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonoda-cho, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$78 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$78
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,353 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was near the major transportation center easy to navigate and us after a long day of exploring. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Our guide on where to stay in Okazaki

Find the best Okazaki areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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