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This 7-Eleven is no ordinary store — the magical cat mural is super healing
For many foreign tourists, the ability to find 24-hour convenience stores everywhere is a major highlight of traveling in Taiwan. But to locals, convenience stores have long become an everyday sight — aside from...
Pink cherry blossom rain: Limited-time opening of Osaka Mint Bureau’s Cherry Blossom Avenue
As the annual cherry blossom season arrives, the Osaka Mint Bureau’s Cherry Blossom Pathway—renowned as one of the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Kansai—has announced a limited seven-day opening from April 8 to 14. During this period, visitors will be able to walk through a tunnel of white and pink cherry blossoms...
Pilgrimage Journey: Paulo Coelho’s Life Turnaround
Paulo Coelho’s life is even more legendary than the worlds he created in his books. The most influential master of humanistic fiction in Latin America, Paulo Coelho, has captivated over 150 countries worldwide since 1988 with *The Alchemist*...
Don’t Miss These 5 Must-Buy Souvenirs on a Quick Trip to Hong Kong
If you’re looking to make the most of a short vacation abroad, Hong Kong is a fantastic choice — not only does it boast distinctive cityscapes, but it also offers a rich variety of food and shopping options. Speaking of which, what are the must-buy local souvenirs when visiting Hong Kong? Here’s a list...
Stay at TheOne South Garden Cultural Inn, a painting of oriental landscapes
Escape the city and arrive at TheOne South Garden Cultural Inn, nestled in the mountains of Hsinchu. With its classic Chinese architecture built in harmony with the surrounding landscape, the breathtaking scenery makes you feel as if you've stumbled into a real-life Peach Blossom Spring. The...
Nintendo to Open Mario-Themed Facility at Universal Studios Japan
The renowned Japanese gaming company Nintendo has announced its entry into Universal Studios Osaka, planning to invest 40 billion yen in building a Nintendo-themed area named “Mario Area” at the park before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics...
The World’s Most Beautiful Street: Tainan’s Cotton Tree Blossom Avenue in Fiery Bloom
Tainan’s Bailiue Lin Chupi Cotton Tree Avenue gained fame after being featured on a global list of the 15 most beautiful flower tunnel roads by foreign media. It attracts numerous visitors every blooming season. This year, the buds are even more abundant than before, promising an even more stunning display...
Hundreds of Phalaenopsis orchids in full bloom at the Shilin Official Residence Orchid Exhibition
The "Orchid Exhibition" held by the Shilin Official Residence at the New Orchid Pavilion debuted on March 12. Visitors can admire over 400 Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium orchids from as many as 18 varieties. Whether grand orchid arrangements or delicate, c...
So cheap!Low-cost carrier launches flights to Osaka for just NT$288 one-way
Vanilla Air announced that it will launch daily round-trip flights between “Taipei and Osaka” starting April 27. To celebrate the inaugural flight, Vanilla Air began selling promotional tickets for “Taipei-Osaka” at NT$288 and “Taipei...
An ultra-exciting experience: a fully transparent slide descending 300 meters through the air
The U.S. Bank Tower in Los Angeles, the tallest skyscraper west of Chicago, recently unveiled an ultra-thrilling glass slide. This slide is located outside the windows of the 70th and 69th floors of the building...
Taiwan’s Highest Peak, Yushan, Now on Google Street View
Google has announced that Yushan, hailed as a spiritual icon of Taiwan, is now officially available on Google Street View. Internet users around the world can now explore the majestic views of Yushan, Yushan North Peak, and Yushan Yuan Peak, all towering at an elevation of 3,952 me...
The A-mall Caoya Road, a major new attraction in southern Taiwan, to open in May
Long-prepared A-mall Caoya Road is a highly anticipated attraction in 2016, billed as Asia’s most fun shopping mall. With international-grade shopping mall standards and Japan’s only overseas-authorized Suzuka Circuit Park...
Beyond Tokyo: Stunning Cherry Blossom Spots at Sakado's Kawazu-zakura and Sakura Avenues
Many people love traveling to Japan to see cherry blossoms. While popular tourist destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are top choices for cherry blossom viewing, as travelers visit Japan more often, many begin to explore less crowded spots outside the major cities...
Welcome spring by picking strawberries on a relaxing Inner Lake mini-trip
No need to go all the way to Dahu in Miaoli to pick strawberries — the Taipei Inner Lake Strawberry Season has begun. Paired with nearby attractions, you can easily spend your holiday strolling around, enjoying flowers, picking strawberries, and having afternoon tea, making your one-day urban getaway even more fulfilling. Beyond strawberry picking...
Unwind with an afternoon at Japan’s five most beautiful Starbucks
The American coffeehouse giant “Starbucks” has a global presence, with over 1,000 locations in Japan alone. Many of these stores feature designs that blend local environments and cultural aesthetics, transforming coffee shops into unique travel experiences. Below are five of the most stunning Starbucks in Japan. If you’re visiting Japan, take a moment to slow down, enjoy a coffee, and appreciate these beautifully designed stores.
Video of Kumamon’s Onsen Break Exposes Secret Rules of Soaking
The popular mascot “Kumamon,” though mute, captures everyone’s attention with his hilarious antics. Recently, to promote Kyushu’s onsen tourism, Kumamon traveled to Aso Nekomanai Onsen to film...
Kids were scared to tears – Thailand’s new Dinosaur Park attraction has opened
Remember the dinosaurs running wild and hunting in "Jurassic Park"? Now you can see them in Thailand too. The EM District in Thailand, together with FWR (Fresh Air Festival, Workpoint Entertainment, Rightman),...
Experts teach you how to photograph the Alishan steam train under cherry blossom trees
With the arrival of the Alishan Flower Season, the Alishan Forest Railway also operates special services featuring a black locomotive pulling four cypress wood carriages. If you want to capture the moving scenery of a steam train passing beneath cherry blossoms during the flower season, Huang Yuan-ming, a teacher from Xianglin Elementary School who has long shared Alishan landscapes on the internet...
It’s only real after you’ve tried it — who knew fried dough sticks and ice cream could be such a perfect match?
HoneyCrème, famous for its honeycomb ice cream, has launched a new flavor: “Almond Soy Milk” ice cream, featuring almond soy milk fried dough sticks, rich sesame drizzle, caramel pearls, honey rice crackers, and...
Taiwan Railways launches round-trip Taipei-Kaohsiung Puyuma trains, saving you the cost of a high-speed rail ticket
In response to the addition of four new Taroko and Puyuma express trains, Taiwan Railways announced the launch of new services starting April 21. In addition to increasing service in the high-demand eastern region, Taiwan Railways will also add one daily...