Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Thailand’s well-known Bangkok bag brand – BKK ORIGINAL – is a must-buy item for Taiwanese tourists visiting Thailand. Affordable and approachable yet stylish and aesthetically pleasing, it has attracted many BKK enthusiasts. This October, its second directly operated store will open at Shinjuku Vieshow, Taipei. To thank Taiwanese consumers, BKK ORIGINAL will launch Taiwan-exclusive bag designs. Despite being located in the high-end retail zone of Xinyi District, the bags will maintain their signature affordable pricing. Bag lovers, don’t miss out!
Newly designed bag models from Thailand’s popular Bangkok bag brand – BKK ORIGINAL. (Photo provided by / BKK ORIGINAL)
Founded in 2012 by three young partners, BKK ORIGINAL initially produced just 100 bags per week using a single sewing machine. With its friendly pricing, youthful and fashionable designs, and lightweight practicality, it quickly gained widespread popularity among consumers. The brand now has eight stores in Thailand, including a 24-hour outlet inside Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport and even an exclusive shop within Dinosaur Planet.
The BKK ORIGINAL Shinjuku Vieshow store is the brand’s second branch in Taiwan. (Photo provided by / BKK ORIGINAL)
BKK ORIGINALBesides aiming to make “bags that everyone can afford,” the brand also hopes to make friends around the world through its bags. Thus, in6August this year, next to Bangkok’s pier night market, it launched a boutique hotel themed around bags:BKK ORIGINAL HOTEL”.
Located in Bangkok, the “BKK ORIGINAL HOTEL” is a top choice for many BKK fans visiting the city. (Photo provided by / BKK ORIGINAL)
The restaurant at BKK ORIGINAL HOTEL uses BKK bag designs as wall art, showcasing the brand’s key elements. (Photo provided by / BKK ORIGINAL)
BKK ORIGINAL HOTEL has only 25 rooms, each uniquely designed but all inspired by BKK ORIGINAL bags. The hotel even offers DIY bag experiences, making it ideal for couples, backpackers, travelers, and budget-conscious women. Fans of BKK ORIGINAL are also welcome to come and experience it.
BKK ORIGINAL Shinjuku Vieshow Store
Location: 1F, Taipei Shinjuku Vieshow