For your pleasure: The 3 best adult stores in Shanghai
Whether you’re flying solo or looking to spice things up with your partner, these sex shops have everything to tickle more than just your fancy.
Amy's Bedroom
What is it? When it comes to a bricks-and-mortar sex shop, Amy’s Bedroom is the place to go. Having been in Shanghai for more than eight years now, they know what people want. You’ll find an extensive range of high-quality sex toys for men, women and couples; ladies’ lingerie ranging tasteful to naughty; S&M accessories and bondage gear; massage oils and lubricants, novelty gifts and more.
Quality of offerings Amy’s carries items from the best names in adult toy-making, like renowned and artfully designed Swedish brand Lelo; sex industry veterans Fun Factory; luxury men and women’s brand La Coquette; dildo artisans Vixen Creations; Eros lubricants; men’s toys by Tenga and many more. They have samples on display of most toys so you don’t have to guess about shape, texture or size.
Discretion Though located in a bustling part of the FFC, the frosted glass storefront and minimal signage lets you peruse at Amy’s in privacy. If you’re afraid of being spotted, visit the website to find the Taobao shop and chat with online helpers (Chinese only).
Amy's Bedroom 160 Xiangyang Nan Lu, near Nanchang Lu, Xuhui district (6467 7498; amybedroom.com).
My Honey
What is it? MyHoney has a modest but complete collection of toys and accessories, plus a little bit of lingerie. The two stores (called ‘entity shops’) are small but nicely stocked, while the website has slightly more extensive collections from the brands on offer.
Quality of offerings Like Amy’s, the shop carries the best of Lelo and Fun Factory. It’s well stocked with male-focused masturbator makers Tenga and Fleshlight, plus an extensive offering of imported Japanese products. Among the mix are questionable items like ‘Loveaider American boy dong’ whose manufacturing quality we wouldn’t want to test on our own bodies.
Discretion MyHoney’s Jiaozhou Lu Shop is sandwiched between a string of small stores, making it feel less conspicuous than Amy’s central location – though its bright pink exterior isn’t very hush hush. The online shop is a user-friendly option for those who want more privacy.
MyHoney 2-3 Jiaozhou Lu, Lane 293, near Xinzha Lu, Jingan district (6271 0679; 0679; oh-myhoney.com).
Playroom
What is it? Playroom is a China-based e-boutique offering a trendy, curated selection of all things sex – toys, lubricants, massage oils, sexy gifts and games. It’s also a one-stop destination for sexual lifestyle information, where you’ll find things like flowcharts to help you select the right vibrator; guides and articles on sexual topics and wellness; sexy playlists and fashion picks; ‘sextrology’ and more.
Quality of offerings Playroom sells only the best brands. The site is playful but informative (and available in fluent English). It does a great job of encouraging open minds and positive attitudes towards sexuality and intimacy while also teaching you how to improve your sex life with the aid of fun accessories.
Discretion Being online only, Playroom is as private as it gets, and it boasts ‘discreet delivery’ as well. There’s a lot of advice and guidance available (without having to chat with anyone).
playroomchina.com
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