Chinatown is a bountiful marketplace for shoppers. The smaller vendors offer many unique and one of a kind handmade items. And while they may seem expensive, don't be too shy to bargain. Bargaining is a favorite among many Chinese. Consumer Reports has a great guide to bargaining.
Upong seeing an item, point to it and say:
"Duo shao qian?"
How much?
A typical rule may be to start anywhere from 10% to 30% of the asking price and work up from there. Don't be afraid of losing an opportunity. Some items like jewelry are handmade on a regular basis by vendors. The same styles may be sold for a number of weeks.
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