Mysuru (Mysore)
Exceptionally popular with Indian women, and usually very crowded, this multilevel store sells fine silk saris, with quality of varying degrees depending…
Must-see shopping in Asia
Siem Reap
Relocated to Kandal Village, this high-end jewellery shop offers stunning modern pieces made with a mix of silver and stones mined in northeast Cambodia…
Seminyak
A large outlet of the island-wide chain of lavishly fitted bookshops. In addition to design books numerous enough to have you fitting out even your garage…
Baguio
Arguably Luzon's hippest bookstore, with a fantastic selection of Western and Filipino titles, and a trend towards historical and ethnographic nonfiction,…
Yogyakarta
With free guided tours of batik production before 3pm, this outlet caters mainly for tour groups but that is not a complaint. Their commitment to the art…
Kuala Lumpur
Like stumbling into a hipster's loft, this emporium specialises in reconditioned vintage arcade games and juke boxes as well as local artwork, vinyl…
Ubon Ratchathani
You’ll find a good assortment of affordable, stylish, contemporary Thai clothing, plus bags and fabric (much of it coloured with natural dyes) at this…
Ahmedabad (Amdavad)
This busy space and the surrounding narrow streets are the commercial heart of the old city. Weave your way through the crowds to soak up the atmosphere…
Yogyakarta
One of many Batik Keris outlets in Java selling excellent-quality batik at fixed prices. Best for traditional styles – men's shirts start at about 200…
Chinatown & the CBD
Singaporean fashionistas swoon over the flowing fabrics and perfect pleating of Thai fashion house innit. Pieces are easily mixed and matched, plus the…
Manila
The flagship shop of this social enterprise selling all–Filipino, chemical-free beauty and health products. Also sells local coffee beans, with free cups…
Bangkok
The largest Jim Thompson outlet in town sells colourful silk handkerchiefs, place mats, wraps, cushions and a whole range of fashionable shirts and…
Ubud
A repository of small and exquisite culinary gifts, including beautiful jars of jam made with Balinese fruit and jam jar–sized carved wooden spoons. It…
Gili Meno
Art Shop Botol is a large handicrafts stall just south of Kontiki Meno hotel. Choose from masks, Sasak water baskets, wood carvings and gourds. It's run…
Melaka City
The cat-and-mouse designs on Ha Mi Seon's hand-painted, batik-print T-shirts and other clothing are undeniably cute. It's a great place to pick up…
Fukuoka
This elegant shop offers obi, kimonos and accessories from business-card holders to handbags in the distinctive Hakata-ori style. None of it is cheap …
Chandigarh
This official Government of Punjab emporium stocks everything from inlaid wooden tables and brightly embroidered phulkari textiles to dupattas (ladies'…
Khadi & Village Industries Emporium
Mumbai (Bombay)
A dusty, 1940s' time warp full of traditional Indian clothing, silk, khadi (homespun cloth) and shoes, plus very popular Khadi natural soaps and shampoos…
George Town
This shophouse workshop features the owner’s beautiful handmade batik items. If you want to learn more about this craft, take a walk-in class (from noon…
Luang Prabang
The name means 'where is it from' in Lao, and all the silk, paper and gift items in this attractive boutique come from villages around Luang Prabang. A…
Puducherry (Pondicherry)
A sophisticated Jaipur-born boutique popular for its beautiful, bold block-printed garments with a traditional-turns-modern twist, and gorgeous colourful…
New Delhi
A fun bookstore where you could browse for hours, though staff are not as knowledgable as at other Delhi bookshops. The attached Cha Bar attracts a young…
Colombo
One-stop tea shopping: this large but unflashy shop has many of the smaller brands of Ceylon tea that can be hard to find. It also has most of the top…
Medan
The biggest, brashest and most central of Medan's mega shopping malls, Centre Point is just east of the train station. As well as brand-name stores,…
Kuala Lumpur
Anchored by a huge branch of fast-fashion retailer H&M, Avenue K has undergone a serious revamp in recent years and is now packed with shops and appealing…
Sichuan
A comprehensive supermarket with a wide selection, and a decent range of ingredients for hiking trips as well. A separate camping/outdoors store just past…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
This niche publisher sells an interesting and eclectic selection of books covering conservation, ecology, sustainability, alternative living and nature…
Colombo
The place for mass-produced carved elephants in bulk so you can show everyone back home you care. Traditional souvenirs are sold in profusion and this…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This great spirituality bookshop has lots of books on Hinduism, yoga and philosophy, and the attached restaurant does excellent Gujarati and Rajasthani…
Jakarta
Indonesian brand selling good-quality outdoor gear and camping equipment for a fraction of the price of Western brands. There are a number of Eiger…
Lhasa
Located near the Muslim quarter, this Tibetan-run Nepali shop sells everything from imported muesli and digestive biscuits to Indian spices, sun cream and…
Kerobokan
Why yes, we do. All manner of endearing little paper lamps – many good for tea lights – are sold here cheap by the bagful. Don't see what you want? The…
Kerobokan
Ayun is an excellent tailor. Buy batik or other fabric at one of Bali's many textile emporiums and she'll turn it into an outfit for a man, woman or child…
Ginza & Tsukiji
Exhibits at this long-established commercial gallery include works from serious heavy hitters from Japan and abroad, such as Sugimoto Hiroshi and Marlene…
Leh
Upmarket boutique of Tibetan crafts that is part of the Tibetan Government in Exile's Norbulinka Institute of Tibetan Culture. Top-notch products include…
Kathmandu
This designer’s studio is the best place for top-end designer pashmina throws, scarves and sweaters, retailing at around US$160. Yes, it’s expensive but…
Ko Lanta
For unique, quality, colour-bursting hammocks, crafted by rural villagers and threatened Mlabri tribespeople in Northern Thailand, don't miss Hammock…
Kuala Lumpur
Kinokuniya is the kind of bookshop where you can lose hours browsing the covetable stationery supplies and excellent selection of English-language titles,…
Asakusa & Sumida River
Stationery lovers flock from far and wide to this shop that allows you to custom build your own notebooks (from around ¥1000), choosing the paper, covers,…
Good Design Store Tokyo by Nohara
Tokyo
A selection of highly covetable products (both domestic and international) that have won Japan's prestigious Good Design Award. Could be anything: the…
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