Changchun Shopping

There are abundant special local products for Changchun shopping, including Dehui Straw Articles, Ginseng, Lao Maosheng Candy, Woodcarvings, Dingfengzhen Pastries. And you can buy those products in many places in the city including markets and shopping malls. It is a good choice to keep them as a souvenir of Changchun.

What to Buy in Changchun

Dehui Straw Article

Dehui straw article has a history of nearly one hundred years. Now the products, mainly made of corn skin bran, include baskets, jewelry boxes, fruit boxes, bread trays, seat cushions, tea mats, slippers, grass carpets, and etc. They are characterized by softness, toughness, and lightness. Some are with natural color, and some can be artificially dyed. And all of those products are beautiful and practical. Dehui straw article has been exported to more than ten countries and regions.

Ginseng

Ginseng, known as “the king of herbs”, is one of the three treasures of Northeast China. As a valuable medicinal material in China, it could help to promote the metabolism of human body, so it has high medicinal value and economic value. The ginseng produced in Jilin is known as “the real Chinese ginseng” because of its high quality and high yield.

Lao Maosheng Candy

Lao Maosheng candy owns a long history. The old Maosheng candy workshop was officially opened in Changchun in the 15th anniversary of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty. It is a series of candies produced by Changchun Lao Maosheng Food Factory. Those candies are well-known at home and abroad for the sweetness, delicacy, and rich nutrient and they are suitable for both young and old.

Changchun Woodcarving

As one of the ancient folk crafts in China, Changchun woodcarving has a history of more than 2,000 years. The Changchun woodcarvings are made of roots in Changbai Mountain and are carefully carved by local craftsmen. They are characterized by unique and beautiful appearance with vivid and simple image. The woodcarvings include some auspicious items, historical or folk legends, and etc.

Dingfengzhen Pastry

With a history of more than 60 years, Changchun Dingfeng True Pastry is famous for its unique flavor among China. With the passage of time, in people’s daily life, it has promoted and innovated a variety of brands and patterns, forming a unique food style. Among them, the most peculiar one is the Saqima, one Manchu traditional food, which is characterized by beautiful appearance, bright color, and crispy but soft taste.

Where to Buy in Changchun

1. Guilin Business Street (桂林路商业街)
Address: Guilin Street, Chaoyang District, Changchun City, Jilin Province 吉林省长春市朝阳区桂林路

2. New World Living Mall (新天地购物公园)
Address: NO.1138 Yatai Street, Nanguan District, Changchun City 长春市南关区亚泰大街1138号
Tel: 0431-88762840

3. Oya Shopping Mall (欧亚卖场)
Address: NO.5178 Kaiyun Street, Gaoxin District, Changchun City 长春市高新区开运街5178号
Tel:0431-85541455

4. Chongqing Business Street (重庆路商业街)
Address: Chongqing Pedestrian Street, Nanguan District, Changchun City, Jilin Province 吉林省长春南关区重庆路步行街

5. Wanda Shopping Plaza (万达购物广场)
Address: NO.616 Wanda Commercial Plaza, Hongqi Street, Chaoyang District, Changchun City 长春市朝阳区红旗街616号万达商业广场
Tel:0431-85393888

6. Yatai Fuyuan Shopping Center (亚泰富苑购物中心)
Address: NO.618  Yatai Fuyuan Shopping Center, Chongqing Road, Nanguan District, Changchun City, Jilin Province 吉林省长春市南关区重庆路618号亚泰富苑购物中心
Tel:0431-88492666

7. Walmart (沃尔玛购物广场)
Address: NO.1268 Wanda Commercial Plaza, Chongqing Road, Chaoyang District, Changchun City 长春市朝阳区重庆路1268号万达商业广场
Tel:0431-85161553

8. Dingfengzhen (鼎丰真)
Address:  NO.977 Chongqing Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province吉林省长春市重庆路977号

9. Printemps (巴黎春天百货)
Address: NO.1055 Gongnong Street, Chaoyang District, Changchun City 长春市朝阳区工农大路1055号
Tel:0431-85931111

10. Qixiang Specialty Store (启翔参茸特产行)
Address: Jilin Street, Erdao District, Changchun City, Jilin Province吉林省长春市二道区吉林大路