Jayamali Batiks Studio

Jayamali Batiks Studio

Jayamali Batiks Studio
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Some Guides and Drivers could try to recommend you another batik shop by saying that my shop is closed today or difficult to find, etc;. Please do not believe such people. Please call me or use Google map to find my store easily. My shop is situated inside the Kandy Central Market which is opposite the Kandy Clock Tower and it is not difficult to find as it is a well known local market in Kandy. The shop is open from 9.00am to 6.00pm every day. In case if the shop is closed, please call me or get a free call from the shop which is next to mine as it is a pleasure to open my store for you within next 20 minutes. Jayamali Batiks Studio, one of the most famous batik studios in Kandy, was founded in 1979 by Jayakody. He discovered his talent to create unique batik wall hangings and started the business with very few means at his home as a family business. His unique style of designing modern, artistic and unusual designs to a very high quality fascinated the foreign guests who visited his studio.
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  • Ryan R
    Waltham Abbey, United Kingdom17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful handcrafted Batiks from a very lovely and friendly family business.
    We had a lovely experience in Jayamali Batik Studio. Chaminda was very friendly and welcoming and explained in detail the work that went into making the beautiful batiks. The passion and commitment to this family business and the skills passed down by his father was clear to see! He also didn’t pressure us into buying any of his work, but we fell in love with it as he explained and guided us through the craft. We bought a beautiful peacock batik and would have loved to buy more, but will definitely be checking out his website when we are back in the UK. You should expect a higher price tag, but this reflects the time and effort that goes into the work - one that will last for many years to come! Highly recommended :)
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 12, 2024
  • Klara L
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful wall hangings and skirt
    While traveling through Sri Lanka I was looking at various places to find some traditional handmade decorative items to bring home. The best ones that I could find were the batik products from Jayamali Batiks studio in Kandy. All the products are handmade by store owner Chaminda and his family. I got a couple of beautiful wall hangings and a silk skirt. They are special, unique and good quality products. I am looking forward to displaying these pieces of art in my house. As the wallhangings and clothes are light weight, they are perfect items to purchase while traveling (but it is also easy to have them shipped back home). I can highly recommend this business as it was for me the best art store I could find in Sri Lanka.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written April 28, 2024
  • AJ F
    48 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A unique, memorable and amazing experience.
    As a family we travel with our kids every August (as I work with schools so we make the most of our summers). We search out unique family experiences and always aim for a private encounter so our kids have some freedom to be and so we can focus where we see it working well with 4 little ones. This experience is up there with the best of them. CJ and his charming wife welcomed us into their home and guided us through the beautiful art of batik. We each designed, drew and waxed our batiks in CJ’s hand-built workshop. His kids came to join us after their school day and our kids played together on their rooftop overlooking the beautiful Kandian hills. CJ’s wife made delicious tea and served us biscuits and cake. We had an amazing day and produced some awesome batiks. Thank you!
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written August 18, 2024
  • Ebony W
    11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful, authentic, family run and designed batik work shop
    A family owned and run batik store with the most beautiful quality authentic batik work. The owner CJ was extremely friendly and talked us through the batik process. All the designs are by his father and other members of the family. Bespoke designs can be commissioned and all work can be sent anywhere in the world. Highly recommended when visiting Kandy, 5*! Thank you CJ for our beautiful batik!
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 26, 2024
  • RJW76
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent, authentic batik artwork shop and very friendly owner and artist.
    We returned here today to buy some of the amazing batik artwork that CJ (who also runs the shop) produces locally, having found the shop by chance a couple of days ago. Started by his Father, the textile designs, all hand made by his family through a laborious process of wax layering, are absolutely superb and unique. CJ took time to explain the process to us without pressuring us to buy anything. This isn’t cheap touristy tat, but good quality, authentic and locally made artwork. We will definitely visit again when we return to Kandy.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 26, 2024
  • Jasper G
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Friendly, informative and beautiful
    This batik shop offers a great shopping experience. The owner and his family are the artist, he explained the process of batik to us in the shop with examples. Everything has so much work and love put into it and each and every piece is a unique work of art. Very friendly owner who strives to accommodate various budgets. Happy we can take an artwork home with us!
    Visited January 2025
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 31, 2025
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Admirewabisabi
new york, ny9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
Stopping by here was a definite highlight in Kandy! Chaminda took his time telling us about the intricate process of creating batik fabrics giving us an appreciation for the art form, but always shared wonderful stories about his artist father who started the business and gave us very through and thoughtful information on questions we asked about Sri Lankan culture. He also offered detailed information on what the traditional pieces meant and gave us so much detail about the moonstone piece that we had no idea about - even though they're outside every temple! Expect to spend much more time listening to his stories and knowledge than you'd expect given his small shop lol he really holds your attention and it's worth every minute!

It is a little pricey, be prepared for that, but I'm excited to then my moonstone piece into a pillow!

Also, there are annoying shipowners all around his shop except for his very kind neighbor. You should call him in advance before going, it seems the shop is usually "closed" but he'll come right over. Ignore the gauntlet of people and just speak to his neighbor who actually offered us chairs to wait for him which was actually a welcomed break from all our walking
Written January 13, 2023
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Maha
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
We spent 2 hours in this wonderful place looking at the very unique art pieces and clothes! In comparison to the other shop owners chaminda was very peaceful and didn't try to sell us anything just for the sake of selling something. We had really nice talks and he taught us something about patiks and buddhism! We bought some verrryy beautiful skirts and he even brought them to the tailor, since we had some special request! The pieces are real art work and you won't find any piece like another! Definitely worth the price if you understand something of arts and want to have something unique of high quality! Highly can recommend this place :))
Written November 30, 2023
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jure p
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
Jayamali Batiks Studio offers an exceptional experience with their outstanding service, rich history, and unmatched quality. The warm and attentive staff shared captivating stories behind the art of batik, adding a deeper appreciation for the craft. The meticulously crafted batiks showcased intricate designs and vibrant colors, reflecting the artisans' skill and expertise. The staff's friendly and patient demeanor made the visit enjoyable and memorable. Overall, Jayamali Batiks Studio is a must-visit destination for batik enthusiasts, offering impeccable service and top-notch quality.
Written November 19, 2023
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M B
Weert, The Netherlands1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
We were looking for a beautiful memory of our time in Sri Lanka. On the first floor of a typical market place in Kandy we saw this beautiful little gallery with classical and modern batik art. different colors and designs, neutral
or Sri Lankan background.
The owner thinks carefully about what you are looking for and does not put pressure.
Well worth a visit if you are in Kandy
Also has clothes that are tie-dyed. Silk and cotton.

Very good quality.
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Written August 8, 2023
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YukonJack15
Saint Paul, MN914 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
Highly recommend! We spent much time with the owner today and after buying one item, we returned to purchase two more. Although his prices are higher than offered in other shops, his designs are nicer in our opinions than the typical batiks, and the quality is superior. The owner explained the history of the shop that was started by his father and described in detail the processes that are undertaken for his batiks. We also appreciated his attitude toward life, his business and the people he encounters.
Please do call ahead to make sure he will have the shop open for you - otherwise there is a good chance he won’t be there. We called both times for our visits and he didn’t mind at all to return to the shop to open it,
Written January 21, 2020
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Amira M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
I was really amazed by all the work he had in is store! He explained how to do the batik which was really interesting!
So many different styles and colors! I bought a beautiful and unique skirt out of pure silk and I am very happy about it!
Thank you for your time!!
Can totally recommend it!
Written November 30, 2023
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IRG
AB, Canada39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
A bit difficult to find the shop but very much worth the effort. Chaminda Jayakody is truly an incredibly talented artist...and very honest as well. He meant to give us a discount on the beautiful batik we purchased, which for whatever reason did not get calculated on the bill. I didn't notice, but he did. He contacted me by email and as we were already away from Kandy, to make up for the error, he promised to send a small batik to our home in Canada. Which he did, another beautiful batik sent at his expense and certainly valued at an amount greater than the discount. Very impressive...artistry and integrity combined.
Written March 15, 2020
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Jim G
Dallas, TX19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2015 • Couples
One place to find on your own, a refreshing stop without the high pressure and tough sales approach that wear you down in Sri Lanka. High quality, great service, and we were very happy with a purchase and the honesty of the owner who told us about the commission system where drivers get 20-50% of the sale in kickbacks. He is fighting the system which makes buying from them even more of a treat. Outstanding high quality batiks in a friendly environment. Highly recommend this place!!
Written November 8, 2015
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Stuart G
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
CJ the owner of this small business provided a very good service and prevented us from purchasing inferior batik products from other retailers. His Products are very high quality and beautifully designed. The prices are fair for the quality offered.

We recommend him highly
Written February 28, 2015
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ravindren k
Edmonton, Canada1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2012 • Family
I am a Sri Lankan, domiciled in Canada. When I visited Sri Lanka last month, I was looking for good (artistic and quality) batik. I searched big names for batik in Colombo and shops in Kandy, but I was not satisfied with the product. Most of the shops in the cities have very common design, and the workmanship is not up to mark. I then searched on-line, and came across Jayamali Batik. After visiting the Jayamali Batik studio in Kandy Central Market, I was very impressed with their unique design and workmanship. I met Chaminda, who is the owner, and also a second generation batik artist. Chaminda was very friendly and pleasant. He advised, and helped me choose best batiks available in the store according to my needs. At the end, I couldn’t resist, and ended up buying 4 pieces. I strongly recommend Jayamali Batik for batiks with unique design, workmanship and reasonable price.
Written October 16, 2012
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