Shopping in Southern Taiwan
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Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store
Most older locals remember the days when this location housed a prison and execution room, and not an upscale mall.
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Tainan Kuang Tsai Embroidery Shop
Across from one treasure of Tainan, the War God Temple, is this other, Mr Lin, one of the last remaining embroidery masters in Tainan. Mr Lin has been working at his craft since he was 16 (he's in his late 60s now) and in recent years has taken the craft to a new, modern level. All his pieces have the light touch and expressiveness of a craftsman truly at the peak of his skills.
The most famous and expensive samples of his work are the long Eight Immortals panels, which used to be popular at weddings and other special occasions. Such panels cost tens of thousands of Taiwanese dollars but this doesn't stop buyers from all over the world coming to the shop. Smaller pieces c…
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Guan De Xin Paper Umbrella Shop
Craftsmen have been making umbrellas in Meinong for 80 years, ever since a local businessman bought up a Chinese master's shop (and all his suppliers) and forced him to move to Meinong. The umbrellas are made of paper and bamboo, hand-painted and lacquered to make them durable and waterproof. They make great decorations and gifts. If you're looking to buy, Guan De Xin Paper Umbrella Shop is one of the best places. An umbrella here costs between NT$600 and NT$1200.
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Bamboo Street
At the end of Wufu-4th Rd you'll find wares from the past, including traditional hats, raincoats and household articles made from bamboo.
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Shuang Chun Chang Shoes
For something traditional, check out the cute mùjī (wood slippers) at this old shop near the Matsu Temple.
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Jade Market
Bargain hard and, if possible, bring someone along who knows something about jade. Of course it's also fun just to browse.
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