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A mysterious cottage in a fairy-tale forest—the Honey House on the Mountain in Akita, Japan!
Text & Photography = Ike Hiromi In a fairy-tale forest, there’s always a dreamy candy house with a wooden exterior and adorable design, occasionally wafting sweet aromas that are impossible to resist...
Tainan’s YanShui Beehive Rockets Invite Public to Experience the Thrill
The YanShui Wu Temple’s Yuanxiao Festival Beehive Rocket Series Events Will Kick Off on February 16 and 17. Tainan Mayor Lai Qingde, in an effort to boost publicity, has coordinated between the Tainan City Government’s Cultural Affairs Bureau and Li Bojia, principal of Zhongshan Elementary School in Taipei’s Zhongshan District, to discuss...
Release colorful lanterns with heartfelt wishes
This year’s Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival officially kicked off on the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, a lucky day to welcome the God of Wealth. The 2011 New Taipei City Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival, themed “Hope for Taiwan, New Taipei Stays Young,” will host three events in February...
Hong Kong’s Zuma named among Asia’s 20 Best Restaurants
The Japanese restaurant and bar Zuma, located at Landmark in Central, Hong Kong, has been selected for the second time as one of the “Asia’s 20 Best Restaurants” by the authoritative culinary guide Miele Guide. The newly released 201...
The Centennial National Day Lantern Festival kicks off today
The first festive event of the Centennial National Day—“2011 Taiwan Lantern Festival”—officially began today (the 15th day of the first lunar month) at Zhunan Toufen Sports Park in Miaoli County, with President Ma presiding over the lighting ceremony, marking the start of a 12-day exhibition. The...
Traveling to South Korea on your own? Check this out — free travel brochures available!
Korean dramas, K-pop groups, and variety shows are becoming increasingly popular in Taiwan, quietly attracting many people to travel to South Korea. Popular destinations include shopping districts and romantic spots. Now, traveling to Korea independently is easier than ever...
Head out for an early spring flower viewing—Yangmingshan’s floral season bursts into colorful bloom
Yangmingshan’s annual floral season is one of the most anticipated events for Taipei residents. Not only do a myriad of flowers compete in a riot of colors, but you can also enjoy a refreshing stroll through the mountains—truly delightful. The 2011 Yangmingshan Floral Season will run from February 18 to...
Korea’s Lantern Festival is buzzing with excitement
On February 17th, the Lantern Festival, the Haeundae Beach area in Korea will host the “Haeundae Moon Viewing & Hot Spring Festival.” At noon that day, a “Traditional Folk Games Competition” will kick off at the white sand area of Haeundae Beach.
The Meilun Love Season Has Begun
Although Valentine’s Day has passed, there are still related promotions available – White Day is just around the corner too. Meilun Hotel has specially planned the “Love Season, Meilun Love Season” accommodation package and the “Happy Love Lovers Set Menu,” inviting couples to celebrate the season together. During the campaign period, the sweet couple price is only NT$2,520 for two people.
Exciting folk performance troupes: the Songjiang Troupe in Neimen, Kaohsiung!
In early Taiwanese religious festivals, performance troupes were an important folk custom for honoring deities, and the Songjiang Troupe is one of the performance arts seen at temple festivals in Taiwan. It carries the meaning of “maintaining internal security and defending against external threats.” Over time, it has evolved into a practice of practicing martial arts for fitness during agricultural off-seasons...
Shopping in Bangkok: Download King Power Department Store Discount Coupons Online
Thailand, a shopping paradise for Taiwanese, not only boasts many fun attractions but also offers highly competitive prices on local designer brands, luxury goods, and specialties—always leaving visitors wanting more. Currently, discount coupons with 20% to 25% off are available for foreign travelers...
Shining Green Architecture: The Century Eco-Ark :: Pop-Up Pavilion
The Pop-Up Pavilion in Taipei’s Flower Expo Yuanshan Park is the world’s first green building constructed entirely from PET bottles. ...
Okinawa's Higashi Village Azalea Season Kicks Off in March
Japan’s southern island paradise, Okinawa, has long been a renowned vacation destination. Aside from cherry blossoms, what other beautiful flowers are worth seeing? The gorgeous azaleas are another great option. Starting in March, Higashi Village’s azalea season will...
Enthusiastic Phuket International Blues Music Festival
The long-running Phuket International Blues Music Festival has grown more spectacular each year and has now become a regular international music event on the island. This 2011 edition of the Phuket International Blues Music Festival will take place from February 25 to 2...
Elite Concept’s Boutique Bakery Breaks Into the Youth Market with elitedeli Opening at Leofoo Village
Text & Photos by Chi Bing-Hui
The southern Taiwan rock party "Megaport" rocks loud and proud!
Dubbed as the warm-up to the "Spring Scream," "Megaport" is about to ignite the enthusiasm of southern Taiwan residents. Now in its fourth edition, "Megaport" once again invites the hardest-hitting indie bands from both home and abroad to perform, set to take place on March 5th and 6th, 2011 at Kaohsiung’s Pier-2 Art Center...
Final clearance on winter clothing, select brands starting from 10% off
With successive cold waves, this winter has been particularly long. Have you stocked up on enough winter wear after the New Year? As fashion brands gradually roll out their spring collections, department stores are also launching their final seasonal promotions, with jaw-dropping discounts that are hard to resist...
2011 Shilin Official Residence Rose Season Begins
Since its full opening in August 1996, the Shilin Official Residence has become one of the important leisure spots for Taipei residents on holidays and a key destination for visiting dignitaries from home and abroad. The garden also regularly hosts exhibitions of plum blossoms, orchids, and chrysanthemums each year, which have become...
Early spring home decor items are hitting the shelves one after another.
With the Lunar New Year holiday coming to an end and a new year about to begin, many new home decor items have been gradually launched on the market. This year, Muji has specially proposed a new lifestyle concept titled “Say HI to Your New Life!” In addition to introducing early spring collections in apparel and bedding...
Tickets for the "Become a Thousand Winds" Concert in Kaohsiung Now Available for Reservation
A heartwarming “Become a Thousand Winds – 228 Memorial Concert,” inspired by love and meant to comfort the soul, has begun accepting ticket reservations starting today. From February 18th to February 21st, tickets can be collected daily from 9 AM to 5 PM at the location in Kaohsiung City...