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The 24 Coolest Small Businesses In Houston

Melissa StangerOct 31, 2013, 23:43 IST

This is the part of the "Small Business Roundup," focusing on the coolest small businesses around the country. "Small Business Roundup" is sponsored by UPS. Read more in the series »

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Besides being known for oil, heat waves, and George W. Bush, Texas is now known as something else: a great place to start a small business. Houston in particular is a hub for cool small businesses in the Lone Star State.

From a futuristic Japanese-themed shop to a custom cowboy boot-maker, we've rounded up the 24 coolest small businesses in Houston.

Special thanks to Reddit users 56ksatan, TosshiTX, coldxshivers, steelsun, and that23guy for some of these suggestions.