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Convenience store transforms into a café: A futuristic flagship store creates a pastel-themed photo space
The convenience store chain 7-11 adds another highlight with its latest store concept — transforming the Taoyuan 7-11 Changye branch into a distinctive flagship location using a futuristic flagship store model. The design combines a convenience store with a café in a hybrid space...
Top 10 most popular check-in spots of 2016 – IG reveals global city attractions
Taking photos and checking in on Instagram has become a worldwide trend. Capturing beautiful moments at stunning landmarks or hidden gems is one of the must-do activities when traveling. Recently, Instagram also released a list of the world’s top ten cities for popular check-ins, looking back at which cities were particularly trendy photo spots in 2016...
Explore Taipei's charm through nine exciting routes with the Sightseeing Passport
Want to explore Taipei without worrying about every single fare? In addition to using a regular EasyCard, consider the TaipeiPass Sightseeing Passport. Within its validity period, you can ride buses and the MRT unlimited times...
Handpicked Must-Visit New Year's Eve Destinations – A Japanese New Year Countdown Trip
As the year draws to a close, in addition to watching New Year’s Eve shows and fireworks displays at home, many people choose to spend the holiday abroad. Recently, a well-known international travel magazine ranked the world’s most charming cities, with...
Weather for the New Year's Eve and New Year's Day holiday: Rain in the northeast, stay warm in the morning and evening
The New Year's Eve and New Year's Day holiday spans three days, and many people have planned overseas trips. Numerous travelers in Taiwan are also choosing to celebrate with events such as watching fireworks and welcoming the sunrise. The temperatures at the end of 2016 were slightly higher than in previous years, but in recent days, due to...
Norovirus Outbreak: Essential Travel Information for Japan Trips
Travelers planning to visit Japan for New Year’s or Chinese New Year should take note. On the 27th, Taiwan’s CDC released epidemic surveillance data showing an increase in infectious gastroenteritis cases in Japan, with over 61,500 new infections reported in a single week, marking...
New Year’s Eve Sunset & First Sunrise of the Year: Essential Info on Sunrise and Sunset Spots Across Taiwan
As 2016 comes to an end, many people have already planned where to celebrate the countdown, while some are also preparing to welcome the first sunrise of the new year. The Central Weather Bureau has released the 2017 New Year’s Day sunrise schedule...
Japan’s popular ZAKUZAKU stick puffs open their first overseas store in Taipei
The trendy Tokyo dessert brand ZAKUZAKU stick puffs officially launched their first overseas store on December 23rd on the first floor of A11 at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Taipei Xinyi New World. The ZAKUZAKU stick puffs store...
Sweet, not greasy — A delightful taste of Tainan: The explosively popular lava cheese tart that’s bursting with flavor
Winter is a season when appetites grow, and with the arrival of year-end holidays and festive gatherings like Chinese New Year, indulging in extra calories becomes inevitable. Many people are eager to feast on delicious food. This time, SpottingFun wants to recommend...
A must-visit literary heritage for literary youths: a historic site with a twist, housed in a Japanese-era building
Located near Guting Station in Taipei, amidst the bustling city noise, you’ll suddenly come across a distinctly Japanese-style old building that feels like a hidden oasis. This is the Kiirun-an Literature...
Essential Food Festivals to Visit in Japan: Top 5 Traditional Markets
As winter arrives, it’s also the season when appetites grow. When it comes to iconic seafood markets in Japan, Tokyo might be the first place that comes to mind. Every morning, foodies from around the world flock here to shop and dine, and as a result, the crowds and waiting times can...
Dream Destinations Without Layovers: 2017's Top 10 Direct-Flight Cities from Taiwan
With the advancement of technology, traveling to various countries around the world is no longer a distant dream. In recent years, flight quality has continuously improved while costs have decreased, making budget airlines more popular and widespread. Nowadays, many airlines...
The heavyweight literary hotspot, Tsutaya Bookstore, is confirmed to open in Taipei
After rumors emerged in August 2016 that the TSUTAYA-operated Tsutaya Bookstore would establish a presence in Taiwan, it has been a focal point of attention. Thanks to the collaboration between TSUTAYA and Delight Film, it has been confirmed that on January 24, 201...
Japan's Top 5 Hilariously Healing Animal Attractions
Japan has many unique and creative attractions, which is why it remains one of the world’s favorite travel destinations. In particular, Taiwan sends around four million visitors to Japan annually, ranking among the top three sources of foreign tourists...
Kamakura Dream Kyushu Ramen One-Day Limited Revival of Eiraku Ramen
The popular Kamakura Dream Kyushu Ramen shop "Eiraku" (エイラク) held a one-day limited revival event at Taipei’s Jinan Fresh Soup Dumplings, serving just 80 bowls of ramen that diners praised as having a “flavorful yet not greasy broth.” The broth, simmered for over 70 hours,...
The first snow in Kyoto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kansai, Japan, decorates Kinkaku-ji in a snow blanket.
Heavy snow fell in Hokkaido in December, while the first snow of 2016 in places like Kyoto and Nara arrived on December 28. On the morning of the 28th, the temperature in Kyoto was only 1.3°C. The popular Kyoto attraction—...
World’s Best Airlines Voted – Taiwan’s EVA Air Proudly Selected
When traveling abroad, especially to destinations that are far away, the comfort and safety of long-haul flights become extremely important. A globally authoritative American travel magazine releases various travel-related rankings at the end of each year, including the most charming cities, best hotels, and more. This time, the editors would like to introduce the airline rankings. Among the top 20 best airlines, Taiwan’s EVA Air has also been selected. The magazine praises EVA Air for its outstanding service, well-trained cabin crew, and distinctive aircraft such as the Hello Kitty planes.
Starry sky tents by the sea at the forgotten coastal paradise of Tainan, where you can gaze at the Milky Way
Enjoying sea views and the night sky is one of the key considerations for many travelers when choosing a destination. Located in Beimen District, Tainan, the Shuangchun Coastal Recreation Area boasts abundant natural ecology and vast ocean views. Additionally, it features a "Forgotten Forest" composed of dead trees and mangroves...
Taiwan has "Eternal Safety and
Thanks to technological advancements and the development of modern internet, many quirky internet slang terms have become increasingly popular, such as 9487, "crazy," and "trendy to the point of dripping" — these expressions are simple and easy to remember. Especially in recent years, the new internet buzzword "trendy to the point of dripping" has been widely used, ...
See Taipei 101 and enjoy food at the new cargo container attraction right opposite the New Year's Eve fireworks
CommuneA7, a popular attraction that surged in fame in Taipei at the end of 2016, will only be open until 18:00 on December 31. After 18:00, the venue will be cleared, and after 19:00, entry will only be allowed for those holding VIP tickets...