Welcome to BangkokType — a little space where I share my love for the unique and vibrant typography found all across Bangkok.
Exploring the beauty of Bangkok, one sign at a time.
Category: Lightbox
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This is a lightbox for a gold shop in Chinatown. I’ve noticed that many gold shops in Bangkok tend to use bold colors like red, yellow, green, and blue in their signage. For this particular sign, the shop name is displayed in a very bulky Thai font alongside Chinese characters. Interestingly, each language is presented…
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This lightbox belongs to a radio and speaker equipment shop in Chinatown. While the design is simple, I really appreciate the clean and well-crafted store logo “VR,” paired with the Thai script store name above it. A neat and balanced composition that stands out quietly. Location: 14 Phra Phithak Rd, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phra Nakhon,…
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This gold shop’s lightbox features a green Naga, mythical serpent-like beings revered in Thai culture as protectors associated with water, fertility, and Buddhism. It appears to serve as the shop’s unique trademark. The typography in Thai, Chinese, and English is also thoughtfully paired, creating a balanced and eye-catching design.
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I’ve always been a big fan of blue tones and bold black fonts. This lightbox from Saeng Manee Jewelry really caught my eye, what a beautiful Thai typeface outlined in light blue against a deep blue background. Truly a stunning piece of signage. Location: 70/1 Phahurat Rd, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200 https://maps.app.goo.gl/9vMU5dRuCrynspP56
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What a nice combo I found on Silom Road! I especially loved the lightbox from Design-Siam John Fu, a tailor shop tucked among many others in the area. This one really stood out, the font is such a joy to look at, with its playful, dancing script. I’m not quite sure why there’s a flame in…
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Despite living in Thailand for 7 years, I’ve never tried tom yum fish noodles. I love tom yum soup, but fish noodles? Are the noodles made of fish or just served with fish? Either way, I was drawn to this lovely blue lightbox—such a cute restaurant logo, and the Thai and English typefaces go really…
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If we’re talking about signs, we can’t skip Yawarat Road — Bangkok’s Chinatown. Every shop is lined with signs, big and small, packed tightly together in a mix of Thai and traditional Chinese. It’s a colorful and vibrant scene, especially at night when all the neon lights up. A truly magical place — that is,…
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This restaurant features two sets of signage — one being a lightbox. The main sign is straightforward: big blue Thai script with the red Chinese restaurant name mounted on tiled walls. But the lightbox is more interesting — the Thai script feels like it’s been styled to match the look of the Chinese font, creating…
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A clinic lightbox sign in Bangkok, featuring the familiar green and white color scheme often seen in hospitals and clinics across Thailand. The Thai and Chinese text are nicely balanced and work well together. Location: 3746 Soi Trakun Suk, Din Daeng, Bangkok 10400 https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ce651yqK7HdWC1A88
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Garrard Jeweller is located on Charoen Krung, among countless jewelry shops lining the street. The lightbox sign features Thai, Chinese, and condensed red English lettering against a white background – Simple and loud. Location: 1309 New Road, Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok https://maps.app.goo.gl/Nod3crg8iGNBJZC49
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Another piece I’m not sure where it belongs exactly, but it’s definitely somewhere in Chinatown. The Thai font is beautifully written — clean, aligned, and well-ordered. It’s clearly something from the past. How do I know? Just look at the giant mobile phone icon — dial the number and it feels like you’re calling back…
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What a unique Thai script — joyful and decorative. This lightbox is from Tha Siam Noodle Shop, with bold yellow and red as the main colors throughout the space. Bright, clear, and full of character. Location: สยามสแควร์, ซ. 10, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 https://maps.app.goo.gl/rRYodnS7hkrp25x29
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What a stunning font on this lightbox! Ambassador Optical Shop, located in Ratchathewi — an area full of eyewear stores — stands out with its fun, quirky typography. It’s so playful and well-designed, you don’t even need glasses to notice it. Location: 497/4 สี่แยกราชเทวี, Phetchaburi Rd, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 https://maps.app.goo.gl/cs8CMY8ppw6ZgUTZ8
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This lightbox outside the Bangkok Fishing Net Company in Sathorn features pretty standard Thai and English typography — maybe even a bit overcrowded for such a small space. But the quirky yellow elephant logo adds a playful touch, making it a fun little piece to spot on the street. Location: 10500 Si Phraya Rd, Si…
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This tailor shop’s lightbox might not stand out much during the day, but once it lights up, the green logo really glows. It has a smooth, glassy look that gives the whole sign a clean and stylish feel. Location: 55/1 Wat Suan Phlu Alley, Bangkok, Bangrak, จังหวัด กรุงเทพมหานคร 10500 https://maps.app.goo.gl/RtkNCByigDZzp2jW9
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I can’t remember exactly where I snapped this photo, but I was instantly drawn to the food stand’s lightbox sign. You’ll find this kind of signage all over Bangkok — and across Thailand, really. It’s simple, common, and yet a perfect reflection of everyday local life. The typography is basic, but it does the job…
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