Rise of the middle class

The Digital Age

The Hong Kong lifestyle became more and more digitally- and internet-reliant after the year 2000.   The Octopus electronic payment system came into operation on September 1st, 1997. It was first implemented on public transportation such as the bus and M

Trips & Tunes

The 90s was all about entertainment and having fun. The people of Hong Kong fell in love with karaoke and overseas travel, both of which are still their favourite pastimes to this very day.   There were already several travel agencies operating in the 60

Rise of the middle class

In the 80s', the era of the rise of the middle class, also created a booming of Japanese culture in Hong Kong.   In the late 70s' and early 80s', the Hong Kong society gradually became affluent. One of the most obvious features was the Japanese food and c

Made in Hong Kong

The influx of immigrants in the 1950s and 1960s brought much labour force to the city. As part of its population policy, the government established several industrial areas, including Kwun Tong, Chai Wan and San Po Kong, to develop light industry, which w

Misery and Opportunities

While Hong Kong in the 1940s witnessed wars and many other changes, its people grasped all the chances to make endeavours to improve their life.   The 1940s was a difficult time in the history of Hong Kong. As a result of the Japanese invasion into China