When walking into this up-and-coming shop, you might find that most people are drawn to what’s inside. The store is filled with oil-paper umbrellas, which makes it all the more interesting.

The oil-paper umbrella was believed to be the first umbrella in the world.

It was made by hand and the material is 100% natural.

It is also regarded as the fruit of the wisdom by many ancient Chinese.

The oil-paper umbrella is not only an item that can be used daily, but is also an indispensible item for marriage customs and proper Chinese etiquette. In traditional Chinese wedding ceremonies, red oil-paper umbrellas were used to ward off evil spirits from the bride.

During those days, the oil-paper umbrella appeared in many classical love stories. In the Legend of the White Snake, for example, the Xu Xian and the White Snake use the red oil-paper umbrella as a token of love at the bank of the West Lake and this legend passes on from generation to generation. In a famous poem Rain Alley, it is depicted through a beautiful picture, which gives details of the ancient town, the rain lane and so forth.

The oil-paper umbrella and the beauty of it makes readers regard the oil-paper umbrella as a classical love symbol.

This store may not be huge, but its very lovely inside. Their colorful oil-paper umbrellas hang across the ceiling throughout the shop. You may be tempted to purchase and walk out with a few once you arrive. Why not buy one for your mother or your best friend while you’re there. It just may be the perfect accessory for her apartment or for her charming character.

Tel: 010-64064496

Address: No.144, Guloudongdajie, Dongcheng District.