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Top diving spots revealed: The world’s hottest dive site in Asia
As water activities gain popularity, international diving expert Li Yueyao is in Taiwan this time to share his diving experiences in Malaysia’s underwater paradise. He particularly introduces Sipadan Island, voted by renowned UK diving media SCUBA Travel as the No. 1 dive destination in 2016...
The seven-day labor holiday makes a big difference—2017 gets two extra public holidays
In line with the implementation of the two-day weekend policy, the Ministry of Labor announced amendments to the Enforcement Rules of the Labor Standards Act at the end of 2015, reducing the number of national holidays for workers from 19 to 12 days. These changes took effect in 2016 and sparked controversy. Lawmakers called for...
The natural-style library "Forest of Everyone" designed by Toyo Ito
Japanese architectural master Toyo Ito is probably the most well-known architect among Taiwanese people. Works such as the National Taichung Theater and Songshan Cultural and Creative Park’s Eslite Bookstore are all manifestations of his vision for urban spaces. In 2015, Toyo Ito built in Gifu City...
Low-cost carriers launch child discounts: Scoot offers the lowest free fares
Low-cost carrier Scoot offers 30% off on all routes for children, and kids fly FREE on Taipei-Fukuoka/Nagoya routes. Parents looking to travel with their kids during this discount period should seize the opportunity. ...
Tokyo's must-try food: lobster-filled bread that’s insanely satisfying
A super popular street food spot, Luke’s Lobster, has appeared on Tokyo’s Omotesando, stuffing sandwiches with generous amounts of juicy American lobster meat—every bite delivers the rich, sweet flavor of premium lobster,...
Chibi Maruko-chan Café Extended with Additional Popular Yonezawa Meat Buns
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Chibi Maruko-chan anime, Fuji TV in Odaiba, Japan launched a limited-time “Chibi Maruko-chan Café” on the first floor of the broadcasting building starting March 21, 2015. Originally planned to operate for only one...
Cherry blossom railway-themed convenience store becomes a new hotspot—must-visit cargo container photo spot under cherry blossom trees
Convenience store chain 7-11 has opened another new branch. The Tengda branch in Hsinchu has created Taiwan’s only cherry blossom railway-themed outlet, featuring pink decor accentuated by several cherry blossom trees. The dreamy ambiance inside tempts many customers to stop for photos and...
Peach Aviation's pioneering Japanese-style cabin and the SAMURAI-themed aircraft have successfully captured public attention.
On April 1, Peach Aviation announced new cabin details on Facebook, stating that to provide international travelers with the most authentic "Japanese-style experience," they have created the world's first Japanese-style aircraft, the "SAMURAI," with the entire cabin featuring...
Five Reasons to Visit Chichibu via the Seibu Railway
If you want to get close to mountains and rivers, enjoy natural scenery, and absorb the essence of nature’s energy, then Chichibu—located in Saitama Prefecture not far from Tokyo—is the perfect place. It is almost entirely surrounded by the great outdoors.
Spend the Night in an Ancient Temple: Kyoto Opens Temple Stays to Foreigners
The traditional streetscapes and temple scenery of Kyoto, Japan, attract thousands of travelers from around the world every year. To allow visitors to experience Kyoto’s traditional culture more deeply, the city has opened up five temples...
Abandoned Church Gets New Life as Most Beautiful Mural Site
Artistic murals bring a fresh look to the streets. Recently, Spanish artist Okuda San Miguelwang painted an abandoned church in Youssoufia, Morocco. The vibrant and lively...
Taipei can also enjoy wisteria blooms! The blue-violet floral season is now in full romantic swing
Taipei can also enjoy wisteria blooms! The wisteria at Taipei Flower Village has quietly begun to blossom—get ready to welcome the warm arrival of spring! Located along Yanping North Road in Shilin, Taipei, Taipei Flower Village was originally a dusty sand and gravel site. In 2003...
Eighty Thousand Azaleas Burst into Bloom – A Must-Visit Flower Spot in Taipei
As winter draws to a close and March arrives, azalea buds have taken over the spaces once filled with green leaves, poised and ready to burst forth as this wave of cold weather passes, revealing their annual blossoms. The azalea season has officially begun...
Sleep in a 360-degree transparent room next to sharks at the aquarium – free stay
After creating a buzz with its Van Gogh-themed room in collaboration with the Art Institute of Chicago, the popular rental platform Airbnb has teamed up with an aquarium in Paris, France, to offer a 360-degree transparent room that lets guests sleep for free surrounded by...
Five Reasons to Visit Kawagoe by Seibu Railway
If you’re looking for a pleasant stroll through the Tokyo suburbs, taking the Seibu Railway to Kawagoe, just a 50-minute ride from Shinjuku, is an elegant choice. Also known as “Little Edo,” Kawagoe boasts well-preserved houses, warehouses, and shops from the Taisho and Meiji eras that seem frozen in time. So we rose early one morning, boarded the limited express Koedo train from Seibu-Shinjuku Station, and arrived at Kawagoe Station in just 45 minutes—less than an hour’s journey offering the perfect balance of leisure, mirroring our mood that day.
"Angel's Tear" Lake Kaming Ends Its Quiet Period and Reopens
To allow nature ample time to rest, Lake Kaming, renowned as the "Angel's Tear," entered a three-month quiet period starting January 5 of the year 105 (2016), during which the entire area was closed and mountain hut applications were suspended. Now, the Taitung Forest...
The eye-catching giraffe lantern is a must-photograph castle landmark and a new highlight for check-ins.
The "2018 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi" was grandly held on March 2nd, the Lantern Festival. The super cute animal lanterns — a giraffe and a sika deer — also made their way into the mountain fairy-tale castle, the "Zhongpu Visitor Center," adding a new talking point to the already playful visitor center...
It has been proposed to replace the Hello Kitty seat headscarves on the Taroko Express with non-woven fabric ones as giveaways.
Since the inaugural run of the Taroko Express Hello Kitty painted train, it was reported that 328 Hello Kitty seat headscarves had gone missing. After Taiwan Railways urged passengers to show public decency, the issue was...
The Xin-Ying Art Zone Officially Opens with "LLJ x Little Mouse's Childhood Rhapsody"
Located beside the Jia-Nan Canal branch line in Xin-Ying District, Tainan City, the "Xin-Ying Art Zone" presents an art exhibition themed "Childhood Rhapsody," connecting public art with nearby school campuses. It invites renowned Taiwanese pop culture artist LLJ (No. 2 Good), famous for his "figurine" creations...
Japan’s popular dessert, Hachitendou, sells out every day due to high demand
Japan’s popular cream bread shop “Hachitendou” has made its debut in Taiwan. Established in 1933 as a maker of wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets), it now boasts an 82-year history. Six years ago, the third-generation owner took over and developed cream bread with a thin crust and rich filling, turning the shop into...