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A Different Kind of Lantern Festival: Cherry Blossoms and Celebrations in Okinawa
Okinawa is the earliest place in Japan where cherry blossoms bloom. Starting from around late January, the blossoms gradually come into full bloom from the northern to the southern parts of Okinawa Main Island. You can still enjoy Okinawa’s stunning pink scenery if you visit through mid-February. Besides the cherry blossoms...
From sky to sea, all for the food: The world’s 5 coolest restaurants
Theme restaurants are opening one after another—whether cartoon, animal, or maid-themed, they’re not hard to come by. But beyond these, there are also many wildly unique restaurants around the world that go above and beyond, whether reaching the skies or diving into the depths, all aiming to offer diners an unforgettable dining experience. Be sure to check out these places if you get the chance.
Another hit drink in Tainan: the uniquely special lotion coffee
Tainan boasts a wide variety of food, featuring not only traditional local snacks but also many new desserts and drinks that have gained popularity thanks to creative ideas from the younger generation and unique marketing strategies. Following the eye-catching "Little Fresh Meat Milk Tea" and the limited-edition "Longevity Milk Tea," now...
Daylight Onsen Festival Special Offer: 11 Hotels Offering Free Hot Springs
In the northwestern part of Tochigi Prefecture, the city of Nikko will host the “Nikko-Kinugawa Onsen Festival” from February 6 to February 29, 2016. During the event, hotels are offering special New Year’s cuisine along with free hot spring bathing services. Guests staying at the hotels...
The Plum Blossoms of Xilaya Are in Full Bloom – Here’s Your Lazy Guide to Enjoying Them on Meiling
Thanks to the warm winter, the plum blossoms have bloomed slightly later than usual. However, from this week until the end of January, it’s the peak blooming period on Meiling and the best time to admire the plum blossoms this year. The Xilaya Scenic Area Management Office has specially launched...
East Alley Food Adventure: Adorable Minion Croissant Donuts to Delight Your Taste Buds
I’ve been weaving through the alleys near Zhongxiao Dunhua Station lately, but this was the first time I noticed this shop. It’s tucked in a slightly recessed spot between Burlington Garden and Coffee Lab. I passed by in the evening and left after dark...
Hokkaido Shinkansen Opens: Five Must-Visit Spots in Hakodate to Experience Northern Charm
The section of the Hokkaido Shinkansen between Shin-Aomori Station and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station officially opened on March 26. Traveling aboard the sleek, speed-inspired Hokkaido Shinkansen — which reaches a top speed of 260 km/h — you can depart from Tokyo...
The stunning pink-and-yellow hues of the Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms in full bloom, with thousands of trees lining the streets
The Kawazu-zakura cherry blossom season in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka, is a major local event. The blooming period begins in mid-February, with peak flowering in March when the festivities reach their climax. There are 1,200 trees (800 Kawazu-zakura and...)
Choose a theme park, have FUN, and get half-price entry if your last name matches that of a presidential candidate
January 16th marks the quadrennial presidential election, and everyone is on edge in anticipation
Blossoms Welcome Spring Festival – Tainan’s 2016 Flower Festival Kicks Off
As the 2016 Spring Festival arrives, Tainan City’s most popular Lunar New Year event, the “Flower Festival,” is set to debut on February 4th. Continuing last year’s spirit of “flowers blooming everywhere,” this year’s event will once again take place at six locations: Shuiping Park, Nanying Green Heart Park...
The Kaziban Mountain in northern Taiwan, the largest plum blossom viewing spot, blooms with smiling blossoms
After several cold fronts, plum blossoms across Taiwan have gradually ripened. The Kaziban Mountain in Taoyuan is now in full bloom, with its fragrant aroma attracting visitors from all over, making it the best plum blossom viewing destination in northern Taiwan. The Kaziban Mountain area, located in Fuxing District, Taoyuan City...
Cretaceous Dinosaur Special Exhibition Startles Kids with Hyper-Realistic Dinosaurs
The "Cretaceous Dinosaur Special Exhibition: Earth Adventure" — featuring dinosaurs that have slept for 65 million years — is now in Taichung. With a mechanical army worth nearly 100 million NTD, the dinosaurs are presented in hyper-realistic fashion, not only moving but also roaring...
Popular Japanese cheesecake brand PABLO opens in Taiwan with launch promotions
The highly popular Japanese cheesecake brand PABLO has garnered significant attention since rumors of its expansion into Taiwan began. Its first store is located in HOYII North Station, which houses multiple well-known Japanese food brands. In addition to a takeaway counter, there is also...
Seven Cruise Train Itineraries: Cherry Blossoms, the National Palace Museum Southern Branch, and More All in One Trip
Want to go on a trip but not sure how to plan it? Between January and March, Taiwan Railways (TRA) has launched seven uniquely themed “cruise-style train tour packages.” In addition to popular attractions like Taitung’s Chishang’s Prosperity Boulevard and the Taliao Station, this time...
Cherry blossom viewing isn't just in Japan — the world's most beautiful cherry blossom avenue is a dreamy wonderland
Cherry blossom viewing isn't just in Japan. In Bonn, Germany, there's the world's most beautiful cherry blossom avenue, whose dreamy scenery attracts tourists from all over the world every spring. “Bonn” was the capital of West Germany during the Cold War era, ...
2016 Japan cherry blossom forecast released – catch the best blooming period
With spring just around the corner, the pink blossoms are getting ready to bloom. The 2016 Japan cherry blossom season forecast was officially released on January 14. According to the Japan Meteorological Corporation, from March 22 onwards, you can see...
Pink cherry blossoms in full bloom! 2016 Taiwan Cherry Blossom Season Guide
The closer spring gets, the stronger the urge to go cherry blossom viewing becomes! Taiwanese people love cherry blossoms, especially since spring is the peak travel season to Japan every year, with many flocking there to admire the cherry blossoms. But if you can’t make it to Japan, don’t worry—there are also plenty of breathtaking cherry blossom spots in Taiwan. Take advantage of your weekend and go enjoy the beautiful blossoms together!
The High Heel Church Looks Even More Stunning from Multiple Angles – Aerial Photos Revealed
The much-anticipated new attraction in Chiayi, the High Heel Church, is expected to open in early February 2016 and is projected to become a major tourist hotspot during this year’s Lunar New Year holiday. To give fans an early preview, the “Yunlin, Chiayi & Tainan – So Much Fun!”...
A real-life Up movie scene: A mysterious cabin on the sea of clouds
Remember the house perched on a mountain cliff in the Disney animated film "Up"? Who would have thought such a dreamlike place actually exists in the real world? Located in the North Cascades National Park in Washington State, USA...