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Top 8 Temples in Kamakura for Autumn Foliage in Fall
Kamakura is a place that fits well into the rhythm of everyday travel. Its streets exude a leisurely and carefree charm, and there are many shrines dedicated to samurai families, filled with historical atmosphere. Come late November...
Don’t Mess with the Mountains: Travel Literature Transforms into an Action-Packed Film
[Don’t Mess with the Mountains] is adapted from the bestselling novel of the same name published in 1998. The book was not only written by “the funniest travel writer in the world,” Bill Bryson, but also draws on his...
A twin typhoon formation alert: The impact of Typhoon Koppu on Taiwan has been postponed
Another twin typhoon formation alert: This year’s 24th typhoon “Koppu” and 25th typhoon “Champi” have formed one after another. A tropical depression in the Pacific intensified into a mild typhoon “Champi,” designated as No. 25, at 2 a.m. on the 14th...
Take your little ones for a float on the water—Kaohsiung’s giant water lily experience is now open!
As autumn brings crisp weather, the lotus flowers at Kaohsiung’s Lotus Pond are in full bloom, and the most eye-catching among them are the giant water lilies with leaves over 1 meter in diameter. The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau has successfully cultivated these Amazonian giants—the world’s...
For a breathtaking view of Osaka’s countless lights, be sure to visit the Umeda Sky Building Garden Observatory.
The Umeda Sky Building Garden Observatory, once selected as one of Japan’s “100 Best Sunsets,” is the perfect spot to enjoy Osaka’s dusk and night views. Located on the 40th floor of the Umeda Sky Building in Osaka’s Umeda district...
Keyboard muffins and mouse cakes that look incredibly lifelike—this museum is full of gimmicks!
When it comes to computer museums, they might not seem very appealing to most people, but the Nexon Computer Museum on Jeju Island is...
Renowned Japanese photographer Mika Ninagawa designs a new train as a moving art gallery
Japan’s Joetsu Shinkansen will unveil a brand-new train, the “Genbi Shinkansen,” in spring 2016, inspired by the concept of “modern art.” The project invited renowned Japanese designer and photographer...
Admire the Most Beautiful Autumn Poem: Must-Visit Fushoushan for Maple Viewing
The magnificent cosmos flower sea at Fushoushan kicks off autumn, followed closely by the much-anticipated maple foliage. Almost every year, Fushoushan is one of the first spots in Taiwan to report the arrival of maple reds. In the past, around early to mid-November...
Top 10 Best Cabin Services Globally – EVA Air Recognized Again
The global aviation professional website AirlineRatings.com has announced the “World’s Top 10 Airlines for Best Cabin Service,” in which EVA Air’s Premium Economy and Economy classes have been highly commended in the “Premium Economy” and “Long-Haul Economy” categories...
RAW unveils its annual curated menu—book now
The restaurant RAW, founded by renowned chef André Chiang, opened on December 9, 2014. In less than a year, it has successively been honored with titles such as “Asia’s 101 Best Restaurants” and “Asia’s Best Design Restaurant.”
The mild typhoon "Champi" looks like a peach bum—it's super cute!
Two typhoons have formed simultaneously. The mild typhoon "Champi," which is farther from Taiwan, has a higher chance of turning northward and will continue moving northeastward away from the region. Zheng Mingdian, director of the Central Weather Bureau’s Forecast Center, also uploaded photos on his personal fan page, stating that Typhoon No. 25...
Escape winter and head south: Hidden old-house retreats in Pingtung with endless blue skies
Head to the bustling Kenting Street, where a small sign with the character “Le” (meaning “joy”) piques your curiosity like a secret code to a hidden base. Turn in and walk through a passage made up of old bungalows, and what greets you is... ⟦Rewritten⟧ Head to the bustling Kenting Street, where a small sign with the character “Le” (meaning “joy”) piques your curiosity like a secret code to a hidden base. Turn in and walk through a passage made up of old bungalows, and what greets you is...
Hidden Japanese Gems: Top 3 Scenic Spots Known Only to Locals
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Department – Compiled Report
The golden castle of Kumamoto is adorned with ginkgo trees in a fall-exclusive spectacle.
Kumamoto Castle is also known as the Ginkgo Castle and is counted among Japan’s Three Great Castles alongside Nagoya Castle and Himeji Castle. Originally built by the highly acclaimed Kato Kiyomasa, a far-sighted strategist who...
Traveling to Japan? Soak in These 10 Popular Hot Springs
By MOOK Scenic Spots Tourism & Lifestyle Network Editorial Department — A report on how Japan, an island nation with numerous volcanoes, has hot springs spread across the country and a rich variety of spring qualities, giving rise to a fascinating hot spring culture. And...
Traveling with Pets: New York Builds Noah’s Ark Terminal
By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported
Top 10 Most Hospitable Homestays of 2015: Five Key Certification Indicators
By／MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team, compiled and reported. The results of the "2015 Top 10 Most Hospitable Homestays" vote, hosted by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, have been announced. A total of 3 categories of homestays were voted on, including...
Typhoon Koppu's northward turn and approach toward Taiwan delayed again
Typhoon Koppu, a medium-strength typhoon, caused disasters and casualties in the Philippines. After completely leaving Luzon Island on the 21st, its intensity weakened to near that of a minor typhoon. It then began moving northward and approaching Taiwan. Due to its slow speed, the time it will affect Taiwan has been postponed...
Moving news: The Rukai slate houses have been listed as a world-class cultural asset
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department compiled report The World Monuments Fund (WMF) announced on the 15th...
UAE Expands Routes to Boost Global Passenger Capacity
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department Compilation Report Emirates Airline will increase capacity on the Dubai–St. Petersburg route in October and launch the Dubai–Bologna route in November. Recently, Emirates...