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What do a Xiaomi phone, a bowl of Malatang, and a POP MART figurine reveal about modern China?
Forget the Great Wall. Forget the pandas. The real China lives in the objects ordinary people reach for every day—the shared power bank, the ear-clip earphones, the self-heating hot pot, the red can of Wanglaoji.
Everyday Objects in Contemporary Chinese Life is your field guide to the electronics, foods, and consumer products that define contemporary Chinese life. Written for English speakers who want to understand China—whether you're moving there for work, building a business, or simply curious—this book delivers practical insights you won't find in any guidebook.
Inside, you'll discover:
- Why Xiaomi phones dominate and what their ecosystem strategy means for foreign competitors
- How Mixue Bingcheng conquered China with a ¥3 lemonade and a chubby snowman mascot
- The secret behind Chayan Yuese —the tea brand that turned scarcity into a pilgrimage
- Why ear-clip earphones are everywhere —and what they reveal about Chinese commuter culture
- How to eat Haidilao hot pot like a local (and why you should never order the broth "mild")
Each chapter includes:
- Practical tips for foreigners settling in China (mobile payment, electric scooter registration, ordering food)
- Business insights for companies entering the Chinese market (localization strategies, consumer behavior, ecosystem thinking)
- Key Chinese words and phrases with cultural context (not just translations, but why they matter)
Perfect for:
- Expatriates and international students preparing for life in China
- Business professionals and entrepreneurs targeting the Chinese consumer market
- Travelers who want to go beyond the tourist sites
From electric scooters to spicy latiao, from Luckin Coffee to Laopu Gold—this book turns everyday objects into windows into the world's most fascinating consumer culture.
Get your copy today and enjoy.
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What do a Xiaomi phone, a bowl of Malatang, and a POP MART figurine reveal about modern China Forget the Great Wall. Forget the pandas. The real China lives in the objects ordinary people reach for every day-the shared power bank, the ear-clip earphones, the self-heating hot pot, the red can of Wanglaoji. Everyday Objects in Contemporary Chinese Life is your field guide to the electronics, foods, and consumer products that define contemporary Chinese life. Written for English speakers who want to understand China-whether you're moving there for work, building a business, or simply curious-this book delivers practical insights you won't find in any guidebook. Inside, you'll discover: - Why Xiaomi phones dominate and what their ecosystem strategy means for foreign competitors- How Mixue Bingcheng conquered China with a 3 lemonade and a chubby snowman mascot- The secret behind Chayan Yuese -the tea brand that turned scarcity into a pilgrimage- Why ear-clip earphones are everywhere -and what they reveal about Chinese commuter culture- How to eat Haidilao hot pot like a local (and why you should never order the broth 'mild')Each chapter includes: - Practical tips for foreigners settling in China (mobile payment, electric scooter registration, ordering food)- Business insights for companies entering the Chinese market (localization strategies, consumer behavior, ecosystem thinking)- Key Chinese words and phrases with cultural context (not just translations, but why they matter)Perfect for: - Expatriates and international students preparing for life in China- Business professionals and entrepreneurs targeting the Chinese consumer market- Travelers who want to go beyond the tourist sites>Get your copy today and enjoy. Seller Inventory # 9798198381506
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. What do a Xiaomi phone, a bowl of Malatang, and a POP MART figurine reveal about modern China? Forget the Great Wall. Forget the pandas. The real China lives in the objects ordinary people reach for every day-the shared power bank, the ear-clip earphones, the self-heating hot pot, the red can of Wanglaoji. Everyday Objects in Contemporary Chinese Life is your field guide to the electronics, foods, and consumer products that define contemporary Chinese life. Written for English speakers who want to understand China-whether you're moving there for work, building a business, or simply curious-this book delivers practical insights you won't find in any guidebook. Inside, you'll discover: Why Xiaomi phones dominate and what their ecosystem strategy means for foreign competitorsHow Mixue Bingcheng conquered China with a 3 lemonade and a chubby snowman mascotThe secret behind Chayan Yuese -the tea brand that turned scarcity into a pilgrimageWhy ear-clip earphones are everywhere -and what they reveal about Chinese commuter cultureHow to eat Haidilao hot pot like a local (and why you should never order the broth "mild")Each chapter includes: Practical tips for foreigners settling in China (mobile payment, electric scooter registration, ordering food)Business insights for companies entering the Chinese market (localization strategies, consumer behavior, ecosystem thinking)Key Chinese words and phrases with cultural context (not just translations, but why they matter)Perfect for: Expatriates and international students preparing for life in ChinaBusiness professionals and entrepreneurs targeting the Chinese consumer marketTravelers who want to go beyond the tourist sitesFrom electric scooters to spicy latiao, from Luckin Coffee to Laopu Gold-this book turns everyday objects into windows into the world's most fascinating consumer culture. Get your copy today and enjoy. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798198381506
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