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Travel across Japan’s Joetsu region – the top choice for skiing and hot springs
The Joetsu region, encompassing Gunma Prefecture (formerly known as Kōzuke Province), Nagano Prefecture (formerly known as Shinano Province), and Niigata Prefecture (formerly known as Echigo Province), is internationally renowned as a skiing kingdom and hot spring paradise. Here, you can...
Sweet persimmons from Xinpū fill the heart with joy %s Weiweijia Persimmon Farm
Rows of orange persimmons are lined up on racks, basking in the wind and sun, their colors deepening or lightening depending on how many days they've been drying—this is the seasonal scene that photography enthusiasts love to capture most. And Weiweijia Persimmon Farm has been able to survive to this day, which is closely related to these photographers.
4 Rooftop Restaurants in Singapore to Enjoy Night Views and Romance
The beauty of rooftop restaurants isn't about their height — it's the night view ambiance from the angle you're sitting at that's the most captivating feature. Land-scarce and densely populated Singapore, lacking in natural resources, has a particular fondness for developing "upwards." As a result...
Recreating Tokyo’s Literary Style: A Stroll Through Taipei’s Zhongshan District
The Zhongshan shopping area, near Zhongshan MRT Station, located at the intersection of Zhongshan North Road and Nanjing West Road, is a beloved shopping destination for many urban elites and young students. Zhongshan North Road held an important position during the Japanese colonial period, which also contributed to the distinct...
Doubleshot Revenge Filming Locations of Hanzawa Naoki (Kansai Edition)
The Japanese drama "Hanzawa Naoki," which achieved the highest viewership ratings of this century, is about to premiere in Taiwan. The story can be roughly divided into the Osaka and Tokyo parts. Yesterday, we shared some filming locations in the Kanto region with netizens, and today we’ll share the Kansai edition filming spots.
The blue sperm whale checks in for a day trip around Wanhua!
Recently, the yellow duckling in southern Taiwan has been all the rage, and now a 70-meter-long blue sperm whale appearing in Youth Park is also gaining immense popularity. It’s set to make its official debut tomorrow (the 5th). If you want to experience the sheer size and...
A Tour of Europe’s Hidden Idyllic Towns — a Modern-Day Shangri-La
Visiting Europe, travelers are always enchanted by the stunning landscapes and the simple yet elegant ancient architecture. Yet scattered across the vast European continent are many rural villages, whose breathtaking scenery has made them secret gems for globetrotters...
Key Doubles Down Filming Locations (Kanto Edition)
“An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth — I’ll pay them back double.” This now-famous line that’s sweeping Japan and even Taiwan comes from the recently concluded Japanese drama Doubles Down, which aired in late September. Based on the novel The Miracle of the New Recruits by author Jun Ikeido...
Top 6 Deals to Check Out at the Largest-ever Taipei International Travel Fair
The annual 2013 Taipei International Travel Fair (Taipei ITF) will take place from October 18 to 21. This year, a total of 900 exhibitors from 60 countries and regions will gather at the Taipei World Trade...
Stunning Creative Photos of the Yellow Rubber Duck Now on Display
The Yellow Rubber Duck exhibition in Kaohsiung has sparked a duck-watching craze across Taiwan, attracting 1.67 million visitors as of October 2. Online discussions and photo sharing have also been bustling. The Facebook page "Kaohsiung Incredible" recently...
Hokkaido's Tangyou Series: Top Info on Hot Spring Towns & Classic Fish Market Cuisine
As autumn winds blow, the weather in Hokkaido has already turned chilly enough to warrant a jacket. Soaking in warm hot springs and savoring delicious seafood are two of the best ways to experience the essence of Hokkaido this season. In Hokkaido, there are four major hot spring towns—Lake Toya Onsen, Jozankei Onsen, Noboribetsu Onsen, and Shiranuka Onsen—as well as the Hakodate Morning Market seafood...
KUMAMON merchandise is a hit as the Japan Autumn-Winter Festival kicks off
Japan is a popular travel destination among Taiwanese, and Japanese goods continue to be well-loved. Every time department stores hold Japanese product fairs or Japanese-style festivals, they attract huge crowds. This time, department store operators have even partnered with Japan’s currently most popular...
The inflatable concert hall "ArkNova": A spiritual ark in Japan's 311 disaster zones
Recently, inflatable art installations have become a trend in Taiwan. Whether it’s the inflatable yellow duck or the inflatable whale pavilion, they’ve sparked quite a bit of buzz domestically. Japan has also recently unveiled a uniquely shaped, 36-meter-long, 30-meter...
Stay at the Provençal Rose Manor in Xinzhuang, Hsinchu with a European flair
The first floor features a stone-brick exterior, while the second and third floors are adorned with bright yellow walls accented by brown trim, along with sloping roofs. Anyone who has visited Qingjing will find this house looks familiar—and indeed, the homestay owner...
Taipei International Travel Fair Special Offers Alert: Hotel Meal Vouchers at Up to 55% Off
The largest annual Taipei International Travel Fair kicks off on October 18 and runs for four days simultaneously across Hall 1, the 2nd floor of Hall 1, and Hall 3. This year breaks records with over 1,350 booths...
Rabbit’s Private Kinmen Trip %s Little Venice by Shanwai Bridge
I visited Kinmen twice this autumn, making my friends think I might be moving there. Kinmen is truly a beautiful place, and this trip changed many of my stereotypes about this former military outpost, adding...
The Ultimate Luxury Train Journey: The Kintetsu Shimakaze
The Kintetsu Shimakaze (しまかぜ, Premium Express SHIMAKAZE), this new type of luxury sightseeing train that even Japanese people scramble to ride, has been in extremely high demand since its launch in March this year...
Taipei Lunchboxes Hide Surprises: Eat, Snap, Win Big Prizes
To benefit office workers who always eat out for meals, the Taipei City Government has launched the hot-off-the-press “Taipei Lunchbox Hidden Treasures Map,” along with an i-Pad mini and over NT$12,000 in gift vouchers. The public is invited to...
Cruise through Northern Europe to admire its stunning scenery
The five Nordic countries—Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland—have long been dream destinations for Taiwanese travelers. With their well-developed waterways, taking a cruise to connect these cities offers views that are completely different from those seen on land. ...
Hong Kong’s Halloween Carnival Month: Pumpkin Army Takes Over Huashan
The Huashan 1914 Creative Park, known for its artistic vibe during the day, transforms dramatically after nightfall. Not only do ghostly figures occasionally emerge from building walls, but mischievous pumpkins from Hong Kong also pop up one by one from beneath the grass...