Hi everyone!
I am in Taipei and looking for things (t-shirts, knick-knacks, etc) that are…
a. local
b. artsy
c. not touristy
In particular, I’d like to find a cool shirt for my nephew. – something that is Taiwanese without saying “I Love Taiwan!”
If you know of any cool gallery shops or artsy stores, please let me know!
Thanks in advance.
Kevin
Doesn’t get anymore local than this…
http://store.istayreal.com/v2/official/SalePageCategory/951
Not sure if it’s artsy, but it is designed and owned by MayDay’s lead singer, Ashin.
If you want something more…limited edition best to check out the Song Shan Cultural Center or Huashan Cultural Center. Lots of chic stuff there.
The Taiwan Handicraft Promotion Center at 1 Xuzhou Road is a good bet.
Thanks, ranlee and Tempogain! Will check 'em out!
Have just found some cool, local t-shirts online…but, as time is pressing a bit, are any stores selling them?
How about Yingge Ceramic Area (or whatever it’s called)? You need to take the train about an hour (I believe only the slow ones stop there) and get off at Yingge Station. Lots of stores that sell interesting knick-knacks, in addition to the pottery on sale. My bro in law has a pottery gallery/store there. Here’s a little gift he gave me. He makes better things. This was something made just for fun and not something on sale in his store.
Best bet is to see if the seller of the t shirts has a store front. You can always message them on whatever website you’re using and ask. If they don’t have a site, you can ask to meet them in person to see or try on the shirts.
Don’t let the big names discourage you. Taiwan is very practicle sometimes when naming things and doesn’t really understand the marketing aspect of giving someplace an simple recognizable enticing name. Both places great for shopping.