About us

Shanghai Street – A Story of Craft, Culture, and Commerce

Welcome to Shanghai Street — not just a name, but a story woven into the very heart of Hong Kong’s rich cultural fabric.

✨ A Street with a Soul

Shanghai Street dates back to the 1880s, making it one of the oldest thoroughfares in Kowloon. Once a bustling artery for trade, it served as a key link between Hong Kong’s working-class neighborhoods and the city’s industrial heartbeat. While modern skyscrapers have risen all around it, Shanghai Street has remained proudly rooted in its past — a living relic of craftsmanship, tradition, and authentic commerce.

🍵 The Rise of the Kitchenware Kingdom

In the 1950s and 60s, Shanghai Street became known as the go-to place for household essentials. Immigrant artisans from mainland China brought with them their skills in metalwork, ceramics, and woodworking. They opened small, family-run shops, many of which still exist today — passed down through generations. Over time, the street became a treasure trove of kitchenware — from hand-hammered woks and bamboo steamers to porcelain bowls, rice scoops, and tea sets.

This wasn’t just about utility. It was about artistry. About bringing warmth to a home through timeless tools and beautifully crafted tableware.

🥢 What You’ll Find Today

Walk down Shanghai Street today and you’ll be immersed in a sensory journey. Tightly packed shelves overflow with:

  • Porcelain bowls and tea sets painted with dragons, peonies, or blue waves

  • Cast iron woks and old-school cleavers that chefs swear by

  • Bamboo steamers in every size imaginable

  • Ceramic soup spoons, soy sauce dishes, and other humble-yet-elegant staples of Asian dining

Many of these goods still come from small workshops in Guangdong, Fujian, and Shandong, while others arrive from Japan’s traditional kilns or Taiwan’s artisan collectives. Every piece carries with it a story — not just of where it was made, but how it has been used in kitchens across Asia for decades.

✨ Our Mission: Bringing Shanghai Street to the World

At Shanghai Street, our mission is simple — to celebrate and preserve the craftsmanship found in this historic part of Hong Kong and share it with the world.

We partner with local artisans and suppliers to bring you authentic, affordable, and timeless tableware that reflects the artistry of East Asia. When you shop with us, you're not just buying a plate or a teacup — you're taking home a piece of history, a slice of culture, and a story worth telling.