Sun May Co

Seattle Chinatown doesn’t have nearly as many non-food shops as it once did. (And there were never many anyway.) Sun May is one of those tchotchkes, knick-knacks, cutesy, maybe useful, and antique places that words can hardly describe. It is very small but well-stocked nonetheless. Connie is the proprietor who is cheerful to all who enters; her family has kept this shop going for generations. Even though she is open for only two(?) days a week, shoppers just know to come visit. It’s almost legendary. Her regular visitors sit on the stool shooting the breeze with her while the rest of us trip on that same stool when it is vacant. It is a habitual thing that we just know will happen. The paper cranes outside and inside commemorate Donnie Chin, whose murder is not yet solved. Though I am not a regular shopper, it is always a pleasure to see what I can discover there. Being the start of lunar new year, Connie had horse themed cute items on hand. We selected a colorful horse and a ceramic ram for next year. Prices are reasonable. Come, shop, or just say a hello, Connie will welcome you.

It's easy to miss but it's a must visit when you are in Chinatown. It's inside Canton alley. The antiques are of wide variety and I loved the century old cash register which actually still works - really amazing to see and worth buying something just to see that machine in action. This is the oldest store in CID so it's a cultural heritage site not to be missed

Beautiful little shop that's a slice of history for Seattle's Chinatown. A must-go cultural stop with lots of vintage ceramics and other giftables.

Awesome little gift shop with really great prices. Cool Finds! Patches, cards, jades, antique and collectibles. In business since 1911.

Easily overlooked but crucial part of Chinatown's history, and what remains of it. Sun May is a small, eclectic gift shop *stuffed* with all sorts of things, Chinese books, knick knacks and souvenirs, lanterns, and vintage items such as books, papers, artwork and linens. And ran by a wonderful person, granddaughter of the founder. Just wow! I will be back for more! The only thing this place needs other than your visit is more visibility, it is SUPER easy to miss and tourists may not know it's there. Btw this place is NOT ADA ACCESSIBLE! Not that there's much this 110+ yr old business can do about it, but those in wheelchairs or other mobility needs must be aware.