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Explore Kyoto and experience the ancient capital’s most enchanting beauty firsthand
Kyoto’s long-standing culture—how can a mere sightseeing tour leave a deep impression? Why not weave some cultural experiences into your itinerary? From handmade wagashi (Japanese sweets), tea-making, and origami to incense appreciation, strolling the streets in a kimono, transforming into a maiko (apprentice geisha), or creating your own piece with yuzen dyeing—during these experiences, you can not only interact with charming artisans but also glimpse the profound beauty of the ancient capital in a relaxed atmosphere. In fact, to accommodate foreign tourists, most Japanese cultural experiences avoid overly complex explanations, allowing visitors to gain a deeper impression of Kyoto’s traditional culture through hands-on participation.
Breathtakingly picturesque: The world's five most unreal towns
The unique local charm of a town often shapes travelers' imaginations of a country and builds anticipation for the next journey. A well-known international website has compiled some of the most special, picture-perfect towns in recent years—like...
66 teddy bears for plenty of great photo ops – a great destination for winter and Spring Festival outings!
With festive decorations and activities throughout the winter and Spring Festival period, the once-popular Teddy Bear Carnival made a big splash after its 2017 debut in Kaohsiung. In 2018, it’s back with “2018 Bears Love Lohas & Happy New Year,” selec...
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[Monday Foodie Spotlight]ATT4FUN’s Potager Garden – World’s First Wild Vegetable Dessert Specialty Shop
Originating from Tokyo, Japan’s ‘World’s First Wild Vegetable Pâtisserie Pâtisserie Potager,’ the sweet Japanese chef Aya Kakisawa...
New Kiwi-themed attraction in Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP)! Explore Taiwan with four major Kiwi-themed spots
Kiwi, with his childlike perspective and vividly imaginative illustrations, has inspired readers with boundless imagination and reflections on life, winning the hearts of audiences both domestically and internationally. In recent years, Kiwi has stepped out of his picture books...
Explore Kaohsiung in winter, be a super tour guide, and win cash prizes for your travel itinerary!
As Kaohsiung gradually transitions into autumn and winter, the rainy weather fades away, making way for bright winter sunshine and cheerful moods. Basking under the warm sun, a host of popular winter tourist spots are in full swing. Just how pleasant is Kaohsiung? The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau...
Autumn and winter in New Taipei are incredibly satisfying—soak in hot springs to warm up and indulge in delicious food!
As the weather turns cooler, there's nothing better than soaking in a hot spring to warm up. In addition to its abundant sightseeing resources, New Taipei City also boasts impressive hot spring resources. Aside from the well-known bicarbonate springs (commonly known as "beauty springs") and sulfur springs, in the Jinshan-Wanli area there are...
Explore five world-class iconic landscapes in Taichung for a unique travel experience!
The National Taichung Theater is set to open on November 23, 2014. In recent years, several large landmark buildings have been completed in Taichung, adding a great deal of design flair to the city’s urban landscape. We’ve specially compiled a list of well-known buildings and landscapes in Taichung in recent years, allowing architecture enthusiasts to include Taichung in their travel plans.
Soak up the warmth this autumn and winter – have you tried all 17 hot spring spots across Taiwan?
The “2014 Taiwan Hot Springs – Hot Spring & Gourmet Carnival” officially kicked off in early October 2014 at the Jianshi Hot Spring area in Hsinchu County. The event runs until January 30, 2015, and visitors looking to soak in hot springs and win great prizes...
Disney 90th Anniversary Special Exhibition!Pre-order Early Bird Tickets for 4 Popular Exhibits
The world-renowned name “Walt Disney” is surely familiar to all—he is synonymous with laughter and dreams, having accompanied both children and adults around the globe through countless magical moments. This year, the Disney empire created by Walt Disney...
Autumn in Full Swing: The World’s 18 Most Breathtaking Fall Landscapes
As autumn winds blow, they paint both cityscapes and mountain vistas in a bewitching array of fall colors. A lazy, elegant atmosphere envelops the land, adding poetic charm to travel scenes. Autumn is the best season for travel—free from the intense heat of summer and the bitter cold of winter...
Taiwan's first-ever LINE FRIENDS flagship store opens in bustling Xinyi District
The social messaging app LINE, deeply integrated into daily life, has demonstrated immense popularity through exhibitions and summer pop-up stores. In autumn 2014, Taiwan’s very first LINE FRIENDS flagship store opened at Breeze Songgao, with...
Japan’s Top 10 Hidden Gourmet Foods Revealed: Kyoto’s Century-Old Shop Takes First Place
A recent food safety scandal has swept across Taiwan, but Japanese sweets and delicacies remain an irresistible favorite among Taiwanese consumers. Online retailers have gathered snacks from all over Japan—including Okinawa, Hokkaido, Kyoto, and Tokyo—to launch the Japan Food Festival event...
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[Wednesday Special]Taiwan’s Best Hot Springs Experience: A Tranquil One-Night-Stay with Two Meals at L’Hotel Lici Beitou
A refreshing breeze greets you as the greenery begins to turn yellow and red, quietly signaling the arrival of late autumn. Autumn carries an alluring desolation while also hiding a serene, captivating charm. As the temperature drops, it also marks the beginning of the hot spring season...
The Grass Mountain Ancient Trail Mugwort Flower Season kicks off in November! Explore the ancient trail and admire the autumn mugwort blossoms.
Autumn has truly arrived! The annual 2014 Grass Mountain Ancient Trail Mugwort Flower Season will enthusiastically commence along the Grass Mountain Ancient Trail from November 1 to November 30, 103 (2014). This year’s mugwort flower season centers around the “three treasures of the Grass Mountain Ancient Trail”—“the ancient trail, the wind, and...”
A Big Search for Featured Villages Across Taiwan: Have You Visited These 14 Colorful Towns?
In recent years, various artsy villages across Taiwan have surged in popularity. Artistic elements of all kinds have revitalized once plain towns—distinctive wall paintings, whimsical Koji pottery, or paper-cut artworks have all enriched the scenery of these villages, and through this...
Eating canned food can be trendy too? London's most beautiful canned food restaurant?
In London, UK, a canned food restaurant called Tincan has recently emerged, proudly claiming that their restaurant "only serves canned seafood" and only "offers the best canned products in the world." Their unexpected concept and...
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[Tuesday Travel Stay]Spend a night in a prison at the Dutch Prison Hotel!
Spend a night in a prison! The Dutch prison, established in 1862, was officially closed in mid-2007 and taken over by the VANDERVALK hospitality group. The old prison was renovated into a four-star...
Stop being a phone zombie—wait for the bus with Mr. Black Pigeon from Sky Hopping Rabbit!
Mr. White Rabbit and Mr. Pigeon have been joining Taipei’s Cultural Passport campaign since October 14th, keeping citizens company while waiting for the bus. Unlike traditional walking tours, this initiative brings design into everyday life, starting with a “culture and creativity journey,” inviting…
City streets are shaded by golden umbrellas — the Taiwanese rain trees are in bloom!
As autumn arrives, besides admiring the red foliage, you can now walk along roads such as Dunhua South Road and Zhongcheng Road to see rows of Taiwanese rain trees lining the streets. Their blooming flowers have created golden canopies overhead, officially heralding the arrival of fall to residents...