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These signs are hilarious — four restaurants that’ll make you chuckle
These days, more and more restaurants are opening, and it’s common to see countless similar-sounding names that often get confusing... Whether it's a combination of two words, something with deep meaning, or a funny English phrase, the name hints at the restaurant’s specialty and offerings, helping customers spot what makes it unique. Some names are so memorable and amusing they’ll make you laugh out loud — so what are the special names of these four restaurants we’re introducing today? Let’s check them out!
Influencers are taking over! Travel Japan with these YouTubers
In this era of increasingly advanced new media, many ordinary people have taken to using the YouTube platform to film and edit videos themselves, sharing their lives with a wider audience and becoming the most popular internet celebrities — YouTubers...
Keelung also has its own Amazon River—six local-favorite food, drink, and fun spots recommended by insiders
Beyond well-known attractions like Jiufen, Fulong, and Keelung Miaokou in northern Taiwan, there are many other worthwhile places to visit and take photos. The northernmost “Rainy Capital” of Keelung often gives off the impression of overcast skies and numerous large ships docked along the coast...
A Boutique Literary Journey: 6 Must-Visit Spots in Miaoli for a One-Day Trip
Popular Taiwanese tourist destinations usually include Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, and the like, but picturesque Miaoli is actually home to many hidden scenic gems. It’s not just about strawberry picking in Dahu or visiting Shengxing Station—there are also plenty of delicious eats, fun attractions, and unique cultural creative activities waiting for you to explore. Here we introduce 6 photogenic spots and hidden gems so you can conquer them all in one go. Next time, plan a literary-style Miaoli getaway with your besties.
Typhoon Nesat prompts island-wide weather alerts, work and school suspensions advised
Tropical Storm Nesat, a mild typhoon, was upgraded to a land typhoon alert by the Central Weather Bureau at 14:30 on the 28th. The storm's circulation has entered the Bashi Channel, situated to the south-southeast of Hualien over the sea, and is moving closer to the eastern half of Taiwan. The typhoon is expected to slightly intensify, with the potential for the storm circulation to expand further. Residents in Hualien, Taitung (including Orchid Island and Green Island), Kaohsiung, Pingtung (including Hengchun Peninsula), Tainan, Chiayi, and Nantou regions should remain on high alert and prepare for strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Five Must-Visit Healing Attractions in Hualien and Taitung for a Refreshing Midsummer Escape
The East Rift Valley boasts countless breathtaking landscapes, making it the perfect destination to escape the hustle and bustle and relax both body and mind. Below are five carefully selected natural and cultural spots in Hualien and Taitung that heal the soul. Visitors planning a trip to eastern Taiwan in the future...
Oh heavens, give me love! Japan’s Seven Most Efficacious Love Shrines
As Valentine’s Day approaches, single people often envy their friends who are in relationships. In this midsummer filled with pink bubbles, one might occasionally wish for some company. Japanese shrines are beloved places where people go to pray for things and predict their fortunes...
Big Search for Gradient Drinks: Six Beverages That Offer Both Flavor and Visual Delights
Gradient drinks have become a beloved feature of modern beverages, offering not only delicious flavors but also stunning visual appeal. In recent years, gradient drinks have gained popularity, whether it’s using the natural blue of the butterfly pea flower to create beautiful layered colors with milk or black tea...
Japanese tourists praise 12 scenic spots on the Yuanli-Rinan Railway Journey
Yuanli Township in Miaoli borders Dajia District in Taichung to the south, lies along the northern bank of the Da’an River, is backed by Huoyan Mountain to the east, and faces the Taiwan Strait to the west. Its prime location offers Yuanli and Dajia stunning and diverse scenery. The approximately 8-kilometer railway journey from Yuanli Station to Rinan Station in Dajia...
Cat paradise for cat lovers — four cafés with resident feline managers
For cat lovers who can’t have pets of their own, “cat cafés” have always been a healing sanctuary. Picture spending a relaxing afternoon enjoying delicious food and drinks while playing with adorable resident cats — just imagining it brings a smile to your face...
52 World Heritage Wonders — China Ranks Among Top Nations with Most Sites
The world is full of wonders, not only those shaped by nature but also awe-inspiring cultural heritage created by humans. Recently at the UNESCO World Heritage Committee session held in Krakow, Poland...
The Flaming Clouds, Pig-Nose Beach, and Sandy Shore: A New Photogenic Highlight
Aside from the beautiful sunsets and sunrises, the vibrant and spectacular flaming clouds are also a favorite among many photography enthusiasts. Recently, a local photographer from Taoyuan, while heading to Zhulian Fishing Port to capture the sunset and flaming clouds, unexpectedly discovered a uniquely shaped...
It looks like it has become a popular internet-famous spot resembling a Mediterranean Greek-style activity center.
Netizens widely recognize Taitung’s Fengyuan Elementary School as the most Mediterranean-style school in Taiwan, making it a must-visit attraction for many travelers exploring eastern Taiwan. Now, such a Mediterranean-style public building has also appeared in Tainan—absolutely...
Japan Post's limited-edition gashapon features a mini panda mailbox—too cute!
The ever-talked-about Japan Post has launched a new gashapon series, this time creating miniature versions of actual Japanese mailboxes or postal workers' helmets. As soon as they were released, people couldn't stop calling them adorable and saying they had to be collected.
First aerial footage of the brand-new ecological riverside landscape rivaling the Liuchuan Riverbanks
Taichung’s recent popular new landmark, the “Liuchuan” Blue Ribbon Waterfront, has been transformed from a once heavily polluted and foul-smelling ditch into a hot new attraction in Taichung. In addition to the Liuchuan waterfront, located within the Taichung 13th Redevelopment Zone...
Weekly Weather: Typhoon Moves Away, Heavy Rains Triggered by Southwest Monsoon
Typhoon Haitang (No. 10) lifted its land and sea warnings at 8:30 AM on the 31st, but the southwest monsoon it brought has led to abundant moisture and heavy rainfall in many central and southern counties and cities. The Pingtung area has experienced extremely heavy rain, while Tainan, Taitung...
Eye-catching and Instagram-worthy dreamy dessert jars: Michelin team sets up shop in Yuanlin
Dessert shops in Yuanlin have gradually flourished over the past two or three years, with several offering their own unique styles and quality. The most eye-catching addition recently is the Bloom Dessert Bar, which opened on July 22nd and is helmed by a French chef certified with three Michelin stars...
Kenting was not selected among Pingtung’s Top 10 Latest Attractions
Apart from the bustling Kenting, Pingtung has seen the emergence of many new tourist spots in recent years. The Pingtung County Government recently announced 10 of the most unique emerging attractions certified by the county government. By compiling online discussion volume and popularity, they recommended...
Entry and Exit Alert: Cash Over NT$100,000 Not Declared Will Be Confiscated
Carrying sufficient money when traveling abroad is a practice that some frequent travelers find reassuring. However, the Customs Administration now states that, in order to prevent money laundering, according to the newly amended and promulgated Article 12 of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, starting from June 28 of this year...
Typhoon Haitang Approaches Taiwan: Strong Winds and Heavy Rainfall, School and Work Suspensions
Typhoon Haitang (international name: HAITANG), a mild tropical storm classified as No. 10, followed closely after Nesat left Taiwan. Around 16:40 on July 30, it made landfall near Fangkang, Pingtung, with its center overland northwest of Eluanbi...