6 Asian Retail Stores Where You Shop And Go Like, "Ki Kara, Control Hi Nahi Honda Hai!"

When it comes to convenience and cuteness, Asian brands have cracked the code and turned us all into compulsive buyers. Even the mightiest have fall for the exuding cuteness of everyday products Asian brands like Miniso, Mumuso, Uniqlo, and more have to offer.

My friends and I go berserk inside these stores and never have we ever walked out of any of these stores empty-handed. If you have, I bow down to thee. But ki kara control hi nahi honda hai! So here's a list of Asian retail stores you too should shop at and hoard stuff like we do. Why should we have all the fun? *sinister grin*

1. Miniso

You enter any Miniso outlet and you gonna reach for the first thing you lay your eyes upon. They have everyday utility item that is not only cute but will make you think 'I didn't know, I needed this before' in life. From saucepans to tiffin boxes to brow brushes to towels to cute storage boxes and so much more, you will find every piece worth buying. Plus, the rates are so cheap at this Japan-based-China-manufactured brand chain, that you will wanna buy everything.

Where: Miniso, various outlets
Cost: Rs 50 onwards

2. Mumuso

This Korean fast-fashion brand has entered Indian markets and we desis have gone cray over their collection. From beauty supplies to bags to equipments to utilities to accessories and more, they house it all. And cuteness quotient in each product is too damn high. You cannot stop gushing over their Mumuso collection. *criessss*

Where: Mumuso, Linking Road and Kandivali
Cost: Rs 90 onwards

3. Muji

Founded in Japan in 1980, Muji made its way to Mumbai a few years ago. Much before the others, they have been in the Indian markets for long. From stationery to accessories to clothes to household items, Muji's simplistic touch has been a constant. They also have a Muji passport which is a point-based system. The more you shop, the more points to get. There are many loyalists who swear by their products that are high on quality.  We do too! *flaunts my Muji umbrella*

Where: Muji, 3rd Floor, Palladium, High Street Phoenix, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Cost: Rs 100 onwards

4. Ximi Vogue

Another Korean hit fast fashion brand, Ximi Vogue is the house of items of affordable luxury. They are designwise too good and their products do stand out. Their exquisite bags are our dreams. Plus, we totally dig their health&beauty section and of course, jewellery too. Their digital accessories, household items, travel bags, etc are bestselling too. You name it, they have it! And chances are we have it too. *facepalm"

Where: Ximi Vogue, Seawoods Mumbai, R1, F41, Seawoods Grand Central Mall, Nerul East, Navi Mumbai
Cost: Rs 50 onwards

5. Usupo

Their range of Japanese-style products is humongous. Their bags, home supplies, organising units, fashion items, beauty products, utility range and neverending list of products are winners. They often have sales and discounts on products and we always end up raiding their store. Gosh, shopping spree is a delight here.

Where: Usupo, Unit LG - 8, LBS Rd, Kamani, Kurla West, Kurla
Cost: Rs 50 onwards

6. Kioda

KIO DA literally means cute. And everything in this Korean retail store is KIO DA aka cute. Sometimes their products are so cute that we cry a little. Arey, sacchhi! Their products in health and beauty, bags, home items, stationery, etc are too good. We really like them a tad bit more than others. Don't believe us, check our shopping bags!

Where: KIODA, Technopolis, Unit No.16-B, Ground Floor Knowledge Park, Mahakali Caves Rd, Andheri East
Cost: Rs 50 onwards