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Where to Buy Genuine Software in Shanghai? Jun 18, 2007
People asked me about where to buy Software in Shanghai? I assume they are asking about buying Genuine Software. Why? Because there are fake software selling on so many streets and video-audio stores, but there are really very small amount...
Buying Furniture in Shanghai May 4, 2007
Dan shot me a SMS and asked me where did I buy the patio furniture. I believe it is because of this picture I posted yesterday I replied with the brief location. Since this may be an interesting question for...
Where to Buy Tea in Shanghai Apr 18, 2007
Sometimes friends ask me about where to buy something in Shanghai, like tea, food, silk, computer, mobile, or anything, you name it. The challenge is, there are so many places to buy something, but when you ask me to figure...
Shopping Malls in Shanghai Mar 27, 2007
This is a short guide for visitors who love shopping. There are many places you can go in Shanghai to buy stuff, from small fashion stores on some hidden streets, to large shopping malls. This article only focus on the...
Zhaoxiang Outlets Nov 26, 2006
Shanghai has its own outlets. To be exact, there are many of them. Last Sunday, we visited one of them in Zhaoxiang 赵巷. If you ask me, I would say, it is very much the same as Gilroy Premium Outlets...
Where to Buy Digital Cameras and Phones Oct 7, 2005
Aliza asked: Hi, I am looking to buy a digital camera in Shanghai, can you please recommend a reputable store? I will be here for 2 more days. In Shanghai, there are two major places where you can buy low...
Sasa Enters Shangahi Mar 24, 2005
Wendy is obviously more excited when she heard Sasa is coming to Shanghai on March 26. I saw a Sara store near Istem on the Huai Hai Road. I didn't know this store before I went to Hong Kong with...
Converting RMB to USD? Jan 17, 2005
How to convert Renminbi to USD, Canada dollar or other currency is a FAQ. The simple answer is, it is not easy. Renminbi is not a free trading currency. That means, you cannot convert between Renminbi and free trading currency...
Exchange RMB to/from Foreign Currencies Jun 16, 2004
RMB is not a free trade (do you call it free trade) currency. I mean it cannot be exchanged to or from foreign currencies freely, not as USD or Euro. From RMB to foreign currencies For local residents (China passport...
Flowers and Trees Market in Shanghai Apr 28, 2004
Where to buy flowers, grass, and trees in Shanghai? This is the best place I found so far. It is just by the Long Yang Road Maglev train station. © Jian Shuo Wang © Jian Shuo Wang © Jian Shuo...
Public Market in Beicai Apr 25, 2004
I hope my reader don't mind too much for irregular update these days. There are some short pause during the updates (two days at most). It is because there is no Internet access in my current rented houes. So I...
Buying Computer Parts in Shanghai Feb 10, 2004
royston's comment: You mentioned that we can purchase a computer from between 3000-6000 RMB. Do you have any idea how much a flat-screen computer monitor costs in Shanghai? Or a CRT type? Do you have any recommendation as to where...
Shopping Malls are Always On Sale Sep 18, 2003
I went to shopping at Hui Jin Department with Wendy today - I mentioned about the store two months ago. I was surprised that Hui Jin is on sale again after its last champion. Almost all the goods are selling...