We stayed at Silka Seaview Hotel, just walking distance to the market, which made our visit spontaneous and hassle-free. But if you’re coming from other parts of the city, I’ve also written a guide on how to get there 🚶♀️🚆.
📜 A Bit of Jade Market History
The market started in the 1950s, when traders from Guangzhou brought their jade items to Hong Kong. Back then, there were only 10 stalls. But by the 1970s, over 100 shops popped up—and jade quickly became one of the most popular Chinese good-luck souvenirs.
Why? Because jade isn’t just a beautiful stone.
In Chinese, the word for jade combines the characters for "beauty" and "purity". It's believed to attract luck, ward off evil, and promote health. ✨🧧 No wonder locals and tourists alike are drawn to it!
🛍️ What You’ll Find at the Jade Market
Don’t expect fine jewelry here. The Jade Night Market is more like a bazaar—a treasure hunt for unique, decorative, and sometimes quirky jade items. Some things you’ll likely see:
- Jade rings, pendants, bangles, and earrings 💍
- Budget-friendly bracelets and keychains 🧿
- Luggage tags, USBs, and novelty items (yes, even cartoon characters!) 😄
- Traditional Chinese herbal snacks, dried fruits, and veggies 🥭🍠
Tip: Some jade items here may be second-hand or decorative—not all are genuine jade. If you’re after high-quality, collectible jade, it’s better to visit licensed jewelry shops instead.
💡 How to Spot Fake Jade
Not all that glitters is green… and real!
Here are a few things I learned (and wish I knew earlier):
- Bubbles inside? That’s likely plastic or glass.
- Too lightweight? Real jade has heft.
- Too perfect and glossy? It may be dyed.
Don’t be shy to haggle—especially if you’re obviously a tourist. Sellers tend to mark up prices for foreigners.
✂️ Can I Customize Jade?
Yes! Some stalls offer custom jade carving services. Just show them a photo or sketch of your desired design and they’ll carve it for you—though expect to come back the next day for pickup. 📷🔨
🛍️ Personal Tip: Always ask them to pack it well—especially if it’s delicate. They believe if your jade breaks, it took the bad luck for you, but still—better not to lose it in transit!
🕓 When to Visit
Officially, the Jade Market hours are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
But in our experience, we passed by at 4:00 PM and it was still closed. Surprisingly, when we returned at 10:00 PM, stalls were open and buzzing!
So I’d say—if you’re out late in Kowloon and looking for a unique Hong Kong experience, definitely swing by!
📍 Address & Location
📌 Junction of Kansu
Street and Battery Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon
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Look for the Battery Street entrance to Zone A, located under the
flyover.
Click here for the complete guide on how to get there.
🤔 What I really enjoyed was people-watching—the way they arranged their tables, talked to customers, and displayed their goods reminded me of vendors in Manila. Similar vibe, different language.
The Jade Night Market is not just for jade lovers. It’s for culture chasers, bargain hunters, and late-night wanderers. 🌙✨
💬 Have you ever bought jade on your travels?
💎 What’s the most unique souvenir you’ve brought home?
Share your story in the comments! And if you’re planning to explore more night markets in Hong Kong, don’t forget to check my upcoming post about Temple Street Night Market—coming soon!
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