Okazaki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Eikando Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Eikando Temple showing religious elements, a garden and a pond
Nanzenji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Heian Shrine featuring a pond and a park
Eikando Temple featuring a temple or place of worship, a park and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and a garden

Heian Shrine

4.5/5(39 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.

Heian Shrine
Nanzenji Temple which includes religious elements, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Nanzen-ji Temple

Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

Nanzen-ji Temple
Eikando Temple which includes forests, religious elements and heritage architecture

Eikan-do Temple


Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.

Eikan-do Temple
Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art showing a city

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

As a place that celebrates 20th-century contemporary art, this museum has innovative themes that are very different from traditional Kyoto culture.

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
Konchi-in Temple

Konchi-in Temple

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Konchi-in Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Konchi-in Temple
Okazaki Shrine

Okazaki Shrine

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Okazaki Shrine. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Okazaki Shrine

Activities

GEMS of EAST KYOTO on a BIKE!

GEMS of EAST KYOTO on a BIKE!

AU$175
per adult
GEMS of EAST KYOTO on a BIKE!
Kyoto Kimono Walk: A Private Cultural Tour in Kyoto

Kyoto Kimono Walk: A Private Cultural Tour in Kyoto

AU$424
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Walk: A Private Cultural Tour in Kyoto
Kyoto Silver Pavilion Private 4-Hour Guided Tour

Kyoto Silver Pavilion Private 4-Hour Guided Tour

AU$328
per adult
Kyoto Silver Pavilion Private 4-Hour Guided Tour
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

AU$759
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

AU$79
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
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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$231 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$231
13 July - 14 July
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Beautiful property with very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$391 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$391
14 July - 15 July
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s such an elegant and beautiful hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay. The hotel was clean, and the staff were professional. And the breakfast was excellent. I love their tofu. Yum."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 out of 5
26-6 Okazaki Tenno-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$433 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$433
21 July - 22 July
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"It was a beautiful hotel and the service was impeccable. Only issue I had was there was no business center. However, I made the lobby area work and had an amazing view into the garden. Would definitely come again."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$85 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$85
22 July - 23 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,693 reviews)
"Great location as it’s just steps from the main Kyoto Station, Don Quiote, and Aeon Mall. Being on the south side of the station means a bit less hussle and bussle, easier to access. It is much quieter and less foot traffic. The room was very clean and spacious for our family. Multiple floors for ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$153 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$153
21 July - 22 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,252 reviews)
"Excellent experience with Japanese style hot spring"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$145 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$145
13 July - 14 July
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,071 reviews)
"Great location and cleanliness."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
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Other neighbourhoods around Okazaki

Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

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

Gion
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma

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