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Flowering Tung Trees in Full Bloom!15 Selected Tung Blossom Hiking Trails in Miaoli
From April to May when spring is in full swing, Miaoli’s tung trees burst into bloom. The delicate fragrance of tung blossoms gradually drifts across Taiwan with the warm spring breeze. The Hakka Tung Blossom Festival, one of the top twelve Hakka festivals, often sparks a wave of flower-viewing enthusiasm during this transitional season...
A once-in-250-years sight: Four rainbows grace the New York sky
Seeing a rainbow after the rain always brings a refreshing sense of joy, but how would you feel if you saw four at once? A lucky girl in New York, Curtis, was...
Kaohsiung’s Centennial Gu Shan Park is Complete! Reviving Historic Charm
Kaohsiung’s Qishan District’s centennial Gu Shan Park has been fully renovated and reopened. Mayor Chen Chu personally unveiled the park’s new look to mark its rebirth. With beautiful scenery and rich historical, cultural, and tourism value, the city government will continue to invigorate development...
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[Visit Accommodation]A Light Trip to Taipei New York Style at CHECKinn Hostel
With the rise of backpacker travel trends, various uniquely styled and distinctive hostels have sprung up like mushrooms. Located near Xingtian Temple MRT Station in Taipei, CHECKinn Hostel combines a café-style setting with an American L...
Enjoy the double delight of tung blossoms and maple leaves—spring’s charm at Tàijí Ridge in Tucheng
In April, tung blossoms continue to bloom, and the Tàijí Ridge Trail in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, has now reached 50% bloom, expected to be in full glory by the weekend. In addition, about 50 Japanese maple trees have been planted on Tàijí Ridge, which have also entered their best viewing period since early April...
Japan's Second LEGO Indoor Theme Park Opens in Osaka!
Following the opening of Tokyo’s Legoland Discovery Center, Japan’s second LEGO indoor theme park has debuted on April 23rd in Osaka’s Tempozan area!
Wild mountain lilies blanket the hills in springtime glory—Northern Coast seas of flowers at their most stunning
As spring arrives, the hillsides of the Northern Coast are adorned with white trumpets heralding the symphony of the season. Every year from April to May, the cliffside lilies between Shimen and Jinshan along the Northern Coast burst into bloom, with vast expanses of Taiwan’s native white lilies covering the mountains...
Tokyo isn't just about cherry blossoms — don’t miss the Fujizakura Festival at Kameido Tenjin Shrine
In spring, Japan offers more than just cherry blossoms — there are other stunning flowers in full bloom. Starting from late April, wisteria flowers gradually come into their prime, with graceful clusters of pale purple blooms hanging from trellises, swaying delicately in the breeze...
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[Eat] An urban paradise: Leputing, a Japanese-style old house garden restaurant
Hidden within the always bustling and fast-paced urban area of Taipei lies a Japanese garden restaurant with a slow soul. After one and a half years of redesign and planning, this nearly century-old Japanese-style official residence has been transformed into “Leputing,” reviving its former glory...
Popular Attractions Embrace Golden Week: Yoga at Tokyo Skytree
With the growing trend of wellness and fitness, the popularity of yoga continues unabated. Popular tourist spots in Tokyo have introduced outdoor yoga sessions, combining the scenic beauty of these attractions with yoga movements to offer visitors new incentives and highlights for their trips. ...
Super cute bathhouse in Jiaoxi!\nA hippo-themed hot spring attraction that's a must-see
When visiting Yilan, soaking in the hot springs of Jiaoxi is almost an essential activity. In addition to the traditional Taiwanese-Japanese style bathhouses, why not try the "Cong Zao. Jiaoxi Little Bathhouse," which just opened earlier this year? It’s designed with a Japanese-style "sento" (public bathhouse) as its blueprint...
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[Exhibition]MyMelody & Little Twin Stars 40th Anniversary Dream Exhibition
To celebrate the 40th anniversaries of My Melody and Kiki Lala, the official Sanrio Taiwan announced this summer that they will combine the two beloved series for a joint exhibition—“My Melody & Little Twin Stars Dream Exhibition.” Early bird tickets have been on sale at ibon since April 15. Don’t miss out, fans of My Melody and Kiki Lala!
Cloud Gate Dance Theatre’s New Home Opens to the Public – A Colorful Train Hits the Rails
The new home of Cloud Gate Dance Theatre, “Tamsui Cloud Gate Theatre,” officially opened on the 19th at the Water Culture Art and Education Center. Nestled beside the 1886-built Hobe Fort constructed by Liu Mingchuan, this is a place where you can enjoy trees, the sea, and performances...
Fireflies Are Abundant in Taichung This Season—Don’t Miss These 3 Popular Spots
The transition between spring and summer, particularly in April and May, is the perfect time to admire fireflies. With its pristine mountainous environment, Taichung offers numerous great spots such as Dongshi’s Ruanpi Pit, Dongshi Forest, Beitun’s Daking Zhongzheng Camping Area, Xinshe Lavender Forest, and Chouteng Pit Leisure Agriculture Area...
Petals in full bloom—The Sanzhi and Shiding Tung Blossom Festival is here!
As spring transitions into summer, it’s once again the season for tung blossoms. To allow more visitors to enjoy the stunning "May snow" scenery, the New Taipei City Government has organized tung blossom viewing events in Sanzhi and Shiding, inviting everyone to come and admire the breathtaking sight of falling petals...
Yellowstone National Park & Alaska In-Depth Travel Lecture
To explore the U.S. and Canada and admire their natural wonders, you must visit the Yellowstone National Park in the U.S. and the spectacular sights of Alaska in the north first. Before planning your trip, listen to professional guides share detailed travel experiences—what sights are a must...
Taipei One-Day Trip: Listen to Temple Tales at the Baosheng Cultural Festival
The 2015 "Baosheng Cultural Festival" hosted by Dadaocheng Bao’an Temple will kick off on April 23. The Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism has specially planned and launched the “Listen to Temple Tales” tour, recommending that the public visit...
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[Shop Deals]Available Even Without Going to Finland!Japan Post Launches Moomin Stamps
The adorable and heartwarming Moomin characters from Finland have gained immense popularity in Japan, amassing a huge fanbase. Now, their immense fame has extended to postage stamps. Starting May 1st, Japan Post began selling two types of Moomin stamps...
Three times the size of Qiuhong Valley! Taichung’s Pinglin Forest Eco-Park Opens
Taichung’s first large-scale multifunctional “Pinglin Forest Park” in the Taiping District, combining ecology, flood retention, landscaping, and recreation, was officially opened on the 21st. Covering an expansive area of 11.7 hectares, it includes a 3.7-hectare pristine forest leisure...