Singapore is a shopper's haven, but if you really want a bang for your buck, crossing the causeway into Johor Bahru and exploring their thrift stores is the next best option! Malaysia has a number of reliable pre-loved stores to choose from, selling everything from clothes to adorable knick-knacks. We've rounded up a list of the 3 most popular thrift stores in Johor Bahru for you to check out.
#1 Jalan Jalan Japan
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Jalan Jalan Japan is a crowd favourite amongst local thrifters and Gen-Z fashionistas. From winter jackets, sun dresses, kimonos, shoes, pants to kitchenware, comic books and even surfboards, this store has something for everyone.
Tops, bottoms, and dresses typically cost between RM5 (~S$1.50) and RM15 (~S$4.60), while the price of an outerwear can be anywhere from RM20 (~S$6.10) to RM50 (~S$15.30). There are also racks of skirts from brands like UNIQLO that are being sold for as little as RM1 (~S$0.30) per item.
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Hats (from RM5 /~S$1.50) in popular styles like bucket hats, berets, and sun hats are also available, along with backpacks, clutches, totes, and even luggage bags.
Parents will be happy to know that JJP also sells baby car seats at affordable prices. And in the home department, you may find a wide selection of plates and bowls in glass, plastic, ceramic, or even as decorative trinkets and vases.
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Anime lovers are also notorious for sweeping up original Japanese-made anime posters and toys like Hello Kitty, Doraemon and Pokemon, along with other merchandise off the shelves here.
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This store has two branches in JB, one in KIP Mall Masai and the other at KIP Mall Tampoi.
#2 King Outlet
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Located at Jalan Utama, Kampung Melayu Majidee, King Outlet caters to all genders, with jeans, T-shirts and sportswear from brands like Nike, Adidas, Kappa and Puma making up majority of the clothes.
Ladies wear like dresses, skirts, shorts, pants and sweaters, as well as one-of-a-kind bags are easily found here too! The best part? They can all be purchased at affordable prices.
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Additionally, a wide variety of shoes and hats are on the racks, making it easy to put together an edgy outfit with only one purchase from this store.
#3 Taman U Street Market
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Situated at a parking lot beside the Skudai Post Office, Taman U Street Market offers a large variety of thrifted finds. Think sports shoes, figurines, toys, jerseys, handbags and random knick-knacks.
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The market happens every Thursday to Sunday night, but does get cancelled sometimes, so make sure to keep an eye on its socials for announcements before heading out.
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