About Liang Court
Opened in 1983, Liang Court at Clarke Quay is known to Singaporeans as the mall to go to for our Japanese fix, with stalwart tenants offering authentic Japanese merchandise, dining, and services, such as MEIDI-YA Supermarket, Tamoya Udon, and Barber Minami.
With the year-end festivities soon upon us, here are 9 new reasons to visit Liang Court for your shopping, dining and beauty fix!
Hobby Atelier (#03-10)
Stepping in, you’ll feel like you’re in a toy collector’s fantasy. From One Piece to Star Wars, shoppers of all ages will find something they love here. The products are directly imported from USA and Japan, and they have toys from the late 90s and early 2000s that are no longer available at other retailers.
With a finger on the pulse of what’s cool and what’s not, Hobby Atelier also regularly conducts pre-orders for items you want. Follow preorders and latest arrivals at their Facebook page and be teleported into the world of your youth!Look out for: If you’re feeling nostalgic, Hobby Atelier has a full range of capsule toys so you don’t have to try your luck to get that elusive last piece to add to your shelf! The capsule toys are specially brought in and are incredibly rare, even in other collectors’ shops.
Salon De Miki (#03-09)
With 16 years of bridal hair and makeup experience in Japan, Miki Sakazaki has set up shop in Liang Court hoping to share her expertise with locals here. Services offered include facials, manicures, bridal hair arrangement, kimono fitting, and makeup services.
As the Japanese styles and techniques are different from what Singaporeans are used to, visit Salon de Miki if you are looking for that unique look for that Christmas or New Year Party! Look out for: All products used are High Quality Placenta, specially imported from Japan. Used by famous Japanese popstar Ayumi Hamasaki, benefits of this treatment are wide-ranging and include treatments for acne, dry and sensitive skin, and wrinkles. Facial massages start from $120 (60 minutes), including lymph massage.
Paper Doll (#01-16A)
Having started out as a pushcart in 2009, Paperdoll has since been such a hit with customers that they have upgraded to a full-fledged boutique in Liang Court this year. Paperdoll aims to be a one-stop-shop for women, selling accessories, bags, and apparels.
Their products are specially imported to ensure consistent quality: their accessories are imported from Korea (from $9.90-$29.90), while their clothes are from Korea, Japan and Taiwan (from $19.90-$79.90).Look out for: They bring in only one of each accessory, so you know your item is unique in Singapore. There are exceptions when Paper Doll brings in two items of the same design, but they ensure that the items will be of different colors.
EC House (#01-19B)
With over 30 outlets islandwide, EC House is known to be an affordable, quick and good provider of haircuts. With its newest outlet in Liang Court opened in November, EC House promises you a professional haircut in 10 minutes for only $12. Head on down if you’ve been procrastinating over having a haircut done!Look out for: At Liang Court, EC House has a kiddy ride to entertain the young ones while their parents or siblings get a trim. The stylists in EC House are all trained to give children haircuts – and rightly so, since they are normally the fussiest of customers.
Choco Express (#01-15)
Stocking chocolates from all over the world, chocoholics can explore the world through their tummies here. A must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. Besides chocolate, Choco Express carries snacks imported from Japan and Korea – there is something for everyone!Look out for: Keep an eye out for Galler Chocolate ($5 to $29.90), as Choco Express is the exclusive distributer of this Belgian chocolate favored by Belgian royalty. They also have a range of gift boxes specially for Christmas, so if you’re stumped over what to get for Christmas, pop in here and you might find that perfect gift.
Ballet Studio (#02-07)
Don’t be fooled by its name – with classes from Ballet and Contemporary to Jazz and Tap, Ballet Studio offers a wide range of courses for both the young and young at heart. Besides learning how to be light on their feet, students will also go through recitals, performances and competitions.
The ratio of students to teachers is kept to a maximum of 10 students to 1 teacher for children younger than 6, and 12 students to 1 teacher for students above 6 to optimise the students’ learning.Look out for: The dance instructors are specially trained to teach 2.5 – 3.5 year olds, as their attention spans and grasps of certain techniques are different compared to older students.
Pleats & Prints (#01-34)
Pleats & Prints carries a variety of dresses and tops, made from high quality stretchable material which fits UK 6-14. Its aim is to provide clothing for normal, everyday women, giving them the freedom to look good with ease.
The apparel at Pleats & Prints range from the latest designer-inspired fashion to in-house designs, priced from $25 and are stocked every 3 weeks. Only 5 pieces for each design are brought in, so you won’t have to worry about being seen in public with a doppelganger!
Look out for: The wrap dresses are popular here – made of German viscose imported from Korea and shipped to Hong Kong for their tailor to work on, the material does not require ironing. Working ladies will find it easy to put these on in the morning!
Prosper Liquor (#01-33)
Opened earlier this month, Prosper Liquor aims to cater to the party-goers in the Clarke Quay area. Specializing in brown and white spirits, Prosper Liquor brings in alcohol that is not commonly available in other outlets, like the Milagro Tequila Anejo and Auchroisk 18 Years “Old Particular”.
If you’re looking for new liquors to bring for a Christmas or Countdown party, Prosper Liquor is open from 11am to 10pm daily. Look out for: The limited edition Royal Salute Diamond Jubilee Blended Scotch Whisky ($345), created to mark the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, can be found here. If you’ve been looking for a specific rare spirit, you might want to take a trip down to see if Prosper Liquor has it!
Mister Minit (#02-35A)
With the slogan “Real People Fixing Problems”, Mister Minit aims to provide both excellent workmanship and customer service. From repairing and cleaning shoes and bags to key duplication, Mister Minit offers a wide range of services for both men and women. Look out for: Established in 1957 as a Heel Bar in Belgium, their shoe repairs include repairing zippers and replacing shoe soles to make them slip-resistant. Repair your soles from $20.50 (ladies) and $28 (men) and replacing your heels from $11.50 (ladies) and $30 (men).
Visit Liang Court
These new shops give you another reason to visit Liang Court, with the rare toys, royal chocolates and one-of-a-kind accessories sure to add another dimension to your festive shopping. Plus: you’ll also be just a few steps away from your favourite bowl of ramen!
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