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Hokkaido’s largest open-air outlet, Rera, invites you to take on its super thrilling escape room challenge!

Published: 2026-09-24 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-24 — “Chitose Outlet Rera” is located near New Chitose Airport. It takes just 3 minutes by JR from the airport, and there are also free shuttle buses running twice an hour, with a journey time of about 10 minutes. During peak seasons and weekends, the frequency increases to four times an hour.

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department

“Chitose Outlet Rera” is located near New Chitose Airport. It takes just 3 minutes by JR from the airport, and there are also free shuttle buses running twice an hour, with a journey time of about 10 minutes. During peak seasons and weekends, the frequency increases to four times an hour, making it extremely convenient.

It only takes a quick three minutes from New Chitose Airport to reach Chitose Outlet Rera. (Image provided by Chitose Outlet Rera, the same applies below)

Rera boasts a vast area with over 140 stores, offering the most comprehensive range of goods. It is Hokkaido’s first and largest open-air outlet mall. Year-round discounts at the stores range from 50% to 70% off, and there are four major sales events each year, with discounts as low as 10% during those periods. Both adults and children can shop happily here. Each store also stocks the latest seasonal items, all available at discounted prices, making it no wonder that Rera is a top spot for last-minute shopping before heading home.

Rera covers a large area and is Hokkaido’s first and largest open-air outlet mall.

In addition to a wide variety of goods, there are plenty of dining options here, including a Ramen Expo featuring five popular ramen shops from Hokkaido, as well as a large food court with 650 seats. Especially after its renovation and reopening in October 2017, the food court offers a wide range of local Hokkaido delicacies, such as “pork rice” from the Tokachi region or “tonkatsu pasta,” a specialty of Kushiro. Every weekend, Rera also hosts entertainment activities that kids look forward to the most, ensuring a fresh and unique experience every time you visit.

Rera has a complete selection of shopping brands, offering everything from clothing and groceries to daily necessities and food, all at very attractive discount prices.

Rera has a tourist information center that provides advice and services for visitors, making it very convenient.

Notably, large duty-free chain stores and drugstores, which are favorites among overseas tourists, also have shops here. There is also a consultation desk certified by the Japan Tourism Agency, where you can get all the information about the outlet and the latest tourism updates in Hokkaido. With shopping, food, outdoor activities, and more, plus the direct bus from Sapporo to Rera that started operating on May 1st this year, which can be booked online with great convenience, make sure to visit when you’re in Hokkaido—you’re guaranteed to leave with a full load of great finds!

The “Zombie Escape × Escape Room” event held at Rera in July is a summer annual highlight.

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