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2.5-meter-tall penguin bronze statue – Suica Penguin Plaza, a new Tokyo landmark
The adorable penguin mascot from the Tokyo transportation IC card “Suica,” commonly known as the Suica Card, has been immortalized as a bronze statue standing in “Suica Penguin Plaza” next to Shinjuku Station. It aims to become a new meeting spot in Shinjuku Station, just like the Hachiko Dog statue at Shibuya Station...
Six limited-edition coffees at Starbucks' pop-up concept store for the Coffee Journey Special Exhibition
Uni-President Starbucks has created the "2016 Starbucks Coffee Journey Concept Store" with the theme of "A Coffee Time-Space Journey," combining a pop-up store and exhibition format. It will be open from July 21 to September 11 at Hu...
Kyushu Waffle Café’s New Sensation: Japanese-Style Karaage Chicken Waffle Now Available
Kyushu Waffle Café from Japan’s Kyushu region introduces an all-new limited dish, “Japanese-Style Karaage Chicken Waffle,” exclusively at its Songshan store starting August 1. Karaage refers to Japanese-style fried...
Hawaii’s No.1 Pancake – MoenaCafe’s New Brunch Option
The popular Hawaiian pancake shop “MoenaCafe” has taken Tokyo by storm, attracting long queues daily and drawing many Taiwanese tourists who specifically come to try it. It has even been praised by Japanese media as Hawaii’s...
Popular Souvenir: WARMi Releases New Product After Seven Years to Showcase Simple and Delicious Flavors
Seven years ago, WARMi used local pineapple from Bagua Mountain to launch a sun-baked pineapple cake delicacy. In 2016, leveraging the 50-year baking expertise of Master Lan Sha Zhong and using local ingredients, they introduced their second Taiwan-inspired...
Snowy White Blossoms More Beautiful at Night – A Hidden Gem in Plum Blossom Valley Becomes a New Hotspot for Flower Viewing
Nantou’s Xinyi Township is a renowned destination for plum blossom viewing. Thanks to this year’s cold wave coupled with consecutive days of rainy, high-humidity weather, the plum blossoms are in their best condition in recent years. Popular spots include Fengkuidou, Wusong, Niuchongkeng, and among them, the Waipingding plum area...
Discover All of Japan! Duffy’s Friend Gelatoni on a Touring Car Adventure
Duffy’s popular character friend “Gelatoni” from Tokyo DisneySea will hit the road in the Gelatoni Touring Car, embarking on a 30+ day art gallery tour across Japan—from Hokkaido and Tohoku in the north, through Kansai, all the way to Kyushu...
Mountain Cooling Fun: Taiwan’s Top Six Scenic Waterfalls
Taiwan boasts uniquely beautiful mountain landscapes. To enjoy a refreshing soak in nature’s negative ions, you can drive just one to two hours from the city to reach many natural scenic areas. Add in the majestic sight of waterfalls, and you’ve got the perfect summer getaway.
Three Routes for a Micro-Trip Exploring Taichung’s Blend of Old and New
Taichung boasts a rich cultural and historical atmosphere, with traces of the city’s heritage visible throughout its old town area around Taichung Railway Station. The Taichung City Government Tourism Bureau organized the “2016 Old Town Light-Seeking” event, designing a half-day...
Emirates Business Class Offers Easy Access to 31 Global Cities
Emirates has just launched business class deals on over 30 global routes. From now until 12/31, book business class flights to 31 designated destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian Ocean islands, and you can...
The 9th Ethnic Culture Village offers free admission for five consecutive days to birthday celebrants on its 30th anniversary
The 9th Ethnic Culture Village celebrates its 30th anniversary — birthday celebrants on July 27 can enter for free, while all other visitors, regardless of age, can enjoy discounted tickets priced at NT$300 from July 27 to 31. ...
Taiwanese chef André Chiang earns two Michelin stars at his Singapore restaurant
The newly released "Singapore Michelin Guide" awards Taiwanese-born celebrity chef André Chiang's restaurant "Restaurant ANDR
Rainy Days Can Be Even More Fun: 6 Must-Visit Attractions in Yilan
Your precious holiday plans to explore Yilan might be ruined by unexpected bad weather. But don’t worry—Yilan also offers plenty of fun indoor attractions. Our editors have handpicked six top spots that serve as great rainy day alternatives, though they’re wonderful to visit in any weather.
The night view is right before your eyes – Taipei’s top three outdoor pools
Taipei’s temperature has soared past 30°C, and walking outdoors can leave you drenched in sweat. At times like these, diving into a cool swimming pool is not only healthy but also refreshing. The American “Forbes Travel Guide” has selected three top-tier hotel outdoor pools...
The pearl milk tea you can eat—ISIT’s pearl sundae is perfect for beating the heat.
During the hot summer months, aside from sipping on an ice-cold bubble tea, ISIT Sit Café in Taichung has specially launched a “pearl milk tea you can eat,” using a wildly creative new frozen treat to capture this summer business opportunity...
Low-cost carrier Tigerair offers luggage discounts on Japan routes
Taiwan’s Tigerair announced that from now until July 31, passengers who purchase round-trip tickets from Taoyuan to Okinawa Naha, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Tokyo Haneda, or Okayama via the official website, and return between August 1 and September 30...
Foodies, take note!! The Top 50 must-visit restaurants in Tokyo you’ll regret missing
Foodies, take note!! The Top 50 must-visit restaurants in Tokyo you’ll regret missing
Viewing cherry blossoms at Grass Head in Xinyi Township will now require an admission fee starting this year—50 NTD per person.
Viewing cherry blossoms at Xinyi Lawn Head in Xinyi Township will now require an admission fee starting this year—50 NTD per person.
The Coldest Village on Earth: Siberia’s -62°C Snowscape
At -50°C, polar bears evacuate the Arctic; Siberian troops postpone winter survival training, waiting for the real winter to arrive... As everyone knows, Siberians are the champions of winter—so what does a real Siberian winter actually look like?
2016 Taiwan Gourmet Exhibition: A Grand Gathering of Local Celebrity Chefs’ Cuisine
The “2016 Taiwan Gourmet Exhibition” will be held from August 5 to 8 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. It invites Hsinchu, Chiayi, and Taichung to create three flagship theme pavilions: “Breezy Zhubei County,” “Sunny Taiwan,” and “Seasonal Taiwan.”...