Qufu boasts three major types of treasured antique handicrafts - Beitie (rubbings from a stone inscription), Nishan Ink Slab (made of stone) and Kaidiao (a wood-carving made from the Kaishu tree). These artifacts can be enjoyed as souvenirs or used as home decorations.

The Kong Family Liquor, the Kong Family Cake and Qufu rice should also be on your shopping list. The liquor is made from Kaoliang (Chinese sorghum). It has a low alcohol content and can be enjoyed with meals. The Kong Family Cake is a local specialty that comes in different flavors including green bean, chestnut and sweetened bean paste. Qufu rice is famous for its high quality and in ancient times was the preferred rice of the emperors.

Where to buy
Hualian Commercial Building
It offers clothes, non-staple foods, drinks and household appliances.
Location: No. 16 Chunqiu Road.

Qufu Cultural Relic Store
Built in 1981, it mainly offers Beitie, jade, ink slabs and various carvings.
Location: The middle section of the Gulou Street, Qufu

Sankong Tourism Service Company
Location: No.1 Gulou Street, Qufu

Chunqiuge Calligraphy & Painting Service
It features Beitie, calligraphies, paintings, writing brushes, ink slabs and the like.
Location: No.5 Gulou Street (North), Qufu

Queli Walking Street
The Queli Walking Street is a great place for shopping.  Nishan Inks Slabs, Kaidiao, Qufu rice and the Kong Family Cake are all available here.
Location: Just east of the Temple of Confucius.