SINGAPORE, Oct. 5 -- How much does it cost to open a tea shop in Singapore?

According to founder of local milk tea brand Amacha, Sebastian Ang estimates that it comes up to about S$209,000 (RM667,189).

Sebastian broke down the costs in an Instagram video posted on Sept 26.

The 35-year-old begins by sharing the rental costs.

"Our rent here is about S$15,000 a month. We have to put down three months of rental deposit plus the first month's rent," said Sebastian, which adds up to about S$60,000 up front.

"Then comes one of our biggest costs: Renovation," he said.

The store's wooden structures and carpentry cost around S$15,000 and the storefront walls as well as nooks in the shops cost another S$10,000.

Flooring and tiles also came up...