Located at causeway bay is this gift store. The first time I chance upon it was through other…read moresocial media sites. This store carries various character goods. I am more of a Disney fan and hence head towards the Disney and Tsum Tsum sections. This store also carries Tokyo Disney resort (Disneyland and Disneysea) goods including Unibearsity (Japan only plushies and different clothes). You can either walk in or contact them through their social media sites. If you would like to do overseas shipping, you will need to pay them extra. Overall, if you have young kids or a Disney fanatic like myself, do drop by this gift store ;)

Log On is kind of like a mini superstore - it sells everything from shampoo to stationery to bags…read more Its items are mostly imports from places like Japan, Korea and USA, so prices at Log On are towards the high end. There are some things available at Log On that I've never found anywhere else in HK though, so if you're looking for something that no other place seems to sell, try Log On! One of my favorite things about Log On is that it's very organized - I never really have a hard time looking for anything because the store is very well laid out. The staff are quite helpful as well; there have been a few times when something I want is not available at the moment, and the staff will offer to help me call up other Log Ons to see if it's in stock there, and if so they would transfer it here. That's quite helpful because for example, if what I want is only in stock at the Log On all the way at Tuen Mun, I don't have to travel all the way there for it. Log On is also a great place to buy gifts for friends. In the past, I've bought things like photo frames and backpacks for people as birthday presents. Because they sell a lot of quirky novelty things at Log On, it's wonderful for last minute gift shopping! I will warn though that there are many things at Log On that you can buy much cheaper elsewhere. For example, avoid buying stationery like pens or folders there. You can get the same things for MUCH cheaper at regular stationery shops!

I am a sucker for stationery and beauty knick knacks. Long after I finished school I still love to…read moresnoop through stationery stores looking for the latest writing instruments. My favorite pens are Japanese pens and often find that mainstream bookstores don't keep up enough with the trends. So I like to go to Log-On to get my fix of cheap thrills. The section is brightly lit, with rows and rows of high quality stationery and cosmetics imported around the world, with the newest items placed in the center of the space. Bottomline: the myriad of Japanese pens!!

At APM, LOG-ON is right next to Muji which is next to H&M. And this floor is like my third home. My…read moresecond home being YATA grocery store downstairs. If we don't count work as my second home. LOG-ON at every location is different because it depends on size. At the larger malls like Festival Walk, LOG-ON is freaking amazing. Anyways the APM one isn't so shabby, because I've visited it plenty. 1) First, you'll see the "Stuff of the month" counter with a lady presenting whatever stuff that's new and will disappear next month. For example, aroma therapy stuff. 2) Behind this lady is the girl's section: hair, makeup, masks 3) to your left are shelves of small box toys. From puzzles to collectables. If you look closely, it's actually JUST puzzles and collectables. Some plush. From there, you'll face 4) backpacks 5) umbrella's 6) fitness stuff like yoga mats, more aroma therapy, stretching bands 7) small kitchen gadgets, like bento panda molds and ice-cube molds Then, continuing this path (to the left and back of the store) 8) the men's section!!! Here it is, you're welcome! It's laughably small, I wouldn't shop here. 9) travel-size items 10) more backpacks 11) MOLESKINE 12) pens 13) cards!!!! and other papery. Very pretty! The makeup isn't overpriced. It's the same price as Sasa. Really. There is a Line Moleskine notebook here!! Other LOG-ON stores will have THE SAME STUFF, just MORE of them but not always more brands.

Great place to escape the heat and find some good eats in the Mong Kok area. Once you get past the…read morefirst few levels, the big glass windows and huge escalators raise you up to the higher levels.

Langham Place is a stunning, modern, multilevel shopping complex right in the heart of Mong Kok…read more The futuristic architecture and massive indoor escalators are definitely impressive. However, this shopping centre gets intensely packed. We visited on a Monday, and it was still way too crowded inside. The combination of the heavy crowds and the unique spiral layout actually made me feel a bit dizzy while navigating the floors. On the plus side, there is a great variety of shopping options, from upscale retailers to trendy boutiques, along with a movie theater and plenty of standalone restaurants. That being said, the actual food court area felt surprisingly small for a mall of this scale. We ultimately didn't spend much time here because it was a bit overwhelming, and we preferred to walk around the vibrant open-air spots nearby in Mong Kok. It is worth a quick look for the design, but be prepared for major foot traffic.

Iroiro means "various" (things) in Japanese, and that is exactly what this shop has! It's in the…read moremiddle of the MTR Central station, so it is easy to spot. You can find many cute authentic Japanese items, from everyday carry essentials, stuffed animals, and random knick knacks. Most of the stuff I would say is on the "kawaii" side, so it's definitely catered to women, but they do have unisex items, such as umbrellas and backpacks. I myself purchased a tiny umbrella from a brand called "Miracle Tech," and it has been a godsend for urban adventures. It's not cheap, but you do get what you pay for! Despite its small size, it keeps me high and dry, never flips inside out, and has fast become my rainy day go-to companion even during bomb cyclone season! The next time I swing by this station, I'll be sure to check out more of the "いろいろ" (iroiro) items they have to offer!

Popular is a chain bookstore that originates from Singapore and has locations in several Asian…read morecountries and Hong Kong. This location is on the third floor of Pioneer Centre in Mong Kok. The store is moderately sized, not on the scale of Eslite. The books sold here are in Chinese, but some of them (ex. cookbooks) have English translations in them. I did not see any magazines or newspapers, so don't come here for those. They do carry a selection of music and DVDs though it is not on the scale of HMV. Though these days, the selection there is getting smaller. And the offerings do not seem to be the most current. Since I can't read Chinese and the entertainment selection did not appeal to me, what garners three stars is their selection of stationery. The stationery here seemed mostly imported from Japan or Japanese inspired. What appealed most to me is their selection of imported Japanese pens. There is plenty varieties to choose from and they have test papers for you to scribble on to see if the pens are for you. They are slightly marked up, but not by much. Certainly not double the price like at one bookstore here in Seattle. If you are looking for Japanese stationery, check out Popular. It is the main reason I would come here.

We were actually in pursuit of a greeting card to send to someone for their birthday. Yelp guided…read moreus to this bookstore. On a Sunday, we had to make it through the maze of sales guys pushing condos before boarding the escaltors to get to the 3rd floor, but other than that, the bookstore provided what I was looking for. Not a big selection of greeting cards, but some. This store is half bookstore (not in English for the most part) and half gift/office supply store (wrapping paper, notebooks, pens/pencils, pads, toys, themed product lines of stuff, music CD's, puzzles, etc). Not a bad bookstore, but not the best either. Seems to be a chain of sorts.

The Flower Market is filled with so many beautiful plants. Fresh cut blooms. Bonsai trees. Exotic…read moreplants. Citrus trees. And beautiful bouquets. Orchids, roses, bougainvilleas, sunflowers. Such a treat to see and smell so many fragrant blooms. Interesting to also learn about the "Good Fortune Plants." The Lucky Bamboo arrangements are a popular gift. So many Bonsai trees. The miniature trees have been part of local culture for generations. Mandarin trees are a symbol of good fortune and prosperity. Lucky Bamboo is for a happy and peaceful home. Orchids are a symbol of nobility. Peonies represent prosperity and peace. Daffodils are for good luck. Definitely worth a stroll to enjoy the beautiful blooms at the Flower Market in Kowloon.

A great place to visit for plant and flower lovers. The…read morestreet and side streets is full of stores selling all varieties of plants and flowers. Beautiful orchids and many colors adorn each store. A great area for a leisurely walk through a bonanza of flowers.