Ami Premium Outlets

Ami Town

Southern Ibaraki

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This outlet mall opened in 2009 and houses exceptional brands from Japan and overseas. There are over 100 shops, so it's guaranteed you'll find something for everyone!
There are also a variety of coffee shops and restaurants to keep you charged while shopping.
The outlet is just a few minutes from the giant Buddha statue known as Ushiku Daibutsu.

Information

Address: 4-1-1, Yoshiwara, Ami Town
Access: By public transport: Get off at Arakawaoki Station on the JR Joban Line and take a 20-minute bus ride. By car: Exit the Ken-O Expressway on the Ami-Higashi IC. Alternatively, it's a 14-kilometer drive from the Tsukuba Chuo IC or 30-km from Narita Airport.
Business Hours: Business Hours 10:00-20:00 (10:00-21:00 during July and August) Closed on the third Thursday in February
Website: https://www.premiumoutlets.co.jp/ami/
Contact: TEL:029-829-5770

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