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Japan’s Open-Air Ice Onsen Open for Only 60 Days a Year
Every autumn and winter, Hong Kong people especially love going on a hot spring trip, and one of Japan’s new must-visit spots in recent years is located by this lake where there are two hotels, and many guests come especially for the “Ice Village.”
You must stay at one of Taiwan's top ten unique accommodations in your lifetime
Themed homestays are becoming increasingly common. With a variety of themes and styles, they not only enrich Taiwan’s accommodation scene but also offer travelers more choices. Below are ten selected unique homestays across Taiwan, including traditional sanheyuan (courtyard houses), diving-themed stays, colorful rainbows, and more. Each feels like stepping into a different story scene—perfect for your next trip.
Chiayi Is Anything But Boring: Top 5 Must-Visit Attractions
Beyond well-known spots like Alishan, Fenqihu, and the Stiletto Chapel, Chiayi actually boasts numerous worthwhile destinations. Here are five visitor-recommended, must-post landmarks in Chiayi. Different from typical outdoor outings, these five spots offer endless photo opportunities with scenic views and installations, along with plenty of entertainment.
The Taiwan cultural relics café "Chiu Hui Wen Kuan," loved by Japanese people too, is reportedly closing
In recent years, the retro and nostalgic trend has surged, as if an alternative Renaissance has swept across Taiwan. Hidden in the alleys of Taipei, there’s a cultural relics café called “Chiu Hui Wen Kuan” that condenses 400 years of Taiwanese cultural history. As soon as you step inside, it feels like...
Keelung isn’t just about seaside views — there’s a new romantic lake dating spot
Beyond its well-known fishing harbor, sea views, and Miaokou Night Market, Keelung actually hides a beautiful lakeside nestled among its mountains. Located on Dashan Mountain, Lover’s Lake Park has recently become a popular new secret dating spot. Known as...
Young people visiting Hsinchu all flock to this popular commercial district — five top dessert shops
Hsinchu has become one of the travel destinations favored by many young people, not only for its numerous popular photo spots but also for the many unique cafes in the surrounding commercial areas. Below are five recommended coffee and dessert shops located in Hsinchu’s popular commercial districts that travelers might want to add to their next visit itinerary.
Even if there’s a line, I still want to drink at the artsy Old Courtyard 1951 Café
Chiayi has become a new hotspot for tourism in recent years. In addition to its fun attractions, the city center is also home to many cafes worth visiting. “Old Courtyard 1951” is a garden café transformed from a traditional Minnan-style old house...
A giant four-story tree grows inside this futuristic green building — the landscape is truly eye-catching.
With growing environmental awareness, a wave of green architecture has swept the globe, continuously expanding the impact of green living. A Kazakh architect, Aibek Almassov, has designed a structure that is...
The lingering heat of autumn brings high temperatures of up to 37°C in Greater Taipei this weekend, with rain expected.
On September 25 and 26, most parts of Taiwan, as well as Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu, will experience mostly sunny to cloudy weather with high temperatures. In particular, there is a likelihood of temperatures reaching around 37°C in the Greater Taipei area on the 26th. On the 25th, in the afternoon...
Help save goldfish-brain memory gum – Japan travel shopping hot topic
Recently, Japan’s Rakuten launched a chewing gum claimed to help maintain memory, sparking heated online discussions. Breaking the conventional image of gum, this product contains 19.2 mg of ginkgo biloba flavone glycosides and 4.8 mg...
Shanghai Michelin Guide Announces Peninsula Hotel Retains Its Three Stars
The newly released 2018 Shanghai Michelin Star Guide sees Taiwanese dining brand “Shanghai Laoganbei” and “Swan Court” under Din Tai Fung’s parent company, Yum China, both retaining their Michelin one-star status, while Taiwanese brands alma and Din Tai Fung also made the list. Another highlight...
Not just memory gum, new topic: transparent milk tea, must-buy items for Japan travel
Following the recent buzz in Japan over memory-enhancing gum, Japanese beverage company Suntory has recently launched “transparent milk tea.” It looks just like a bottle of mineral water from the outside, but once opened, it gives off a strong milk tea aroma...
Breathtaking filming locations from the movie 'The Great Buddha+' with stunning cinematography style become IG hotspots
The Taiwanese film 'The Great Buddha+', which returned triumphantly from the Toronto International Film Festival, has also garnered significant attention at the Busan Film Festival. Aside from being in Taiwanese Hokkien—setting it apart from typical Mandarin-language films and offering global audiences a unique perspective on Taiwan—its distinctive...
Step into Europe’s fairy-tale wonderland: 20 top dawn redwood spots across Taiwan
As the seasons gradually shift into the cool embrace of autumn, the focus of floral highlights also transitions. Beyond maple viewing, the most popular star is undoubtedly the dawn redwood. Strolling through vast forests of crimson-hued dawn redwoods feels like stepping into a movie scene — the dreamy landscape...
Must-Visit New Topic in Japan: Limited-Time Totoro-Themed Tram
The popular Japanese manga character “Totoro” never fails to spark online buzz whenever there’s news of a new collaboration. Recently, Totoro teamed up with the Keifuku Arashiyama Electric Railway, Toei Kyoto Studio Park, and the Kyoto City Transportation Bureau...
Popular Korean Drama Filming Locations: Korea’s Seven Theme Parks Rival Universal Studios
With autumn and winter arriving, many theme parks have rolled out seasonal events such as Halloween and Christmas. Beyond the well-known Disney and Universal Studios, there are also plenty of fun-filled parks in South Korea worth visiting. Here we recommend...
The Hello Kitty conductor’s pineapple cake Mid-Autumn gift box sparks a craze
To celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) has carefully curated the “New Taroko Hello Kitty Conductor Pineapple Cake Gift Box” series, which went on sale on September 23. Each type is limited to one per person, and fans of Hello...
Top 5 Global Moon-Viewing Spots — Renowned Taiwanese Attractions Make the List
The millennia-old tradition of moon viewing during the Mid-Autumn Festival is no longer just a Chinese cultural practice. With the advancement of information, this custom has gone global. Here are five unique global moon-viewing spots, including Australia’s one-of-a-kind Staircase to the Moon,...
New Stay Option in Yilan: The Westin Yilan Resort Opens
After months of trial operations, Yilan’s first international five-star chain hotel, “The Westin Yilan Resort & Spa,” officially opened on September 23 in Yuanshan, Yilan, offering travelers more...
The promotion of Brown Bear Bravo as Taipei’s mascot leads to a fan meet-up to boost tourism
Since the conclusion of the Universiade, Brown Bear Bravo has spent several days visiting artisans and participating in internships to generate buzz, and even submitted a résumé to the Taipei City Government. Finally, on September 20, he was officially endorsed by Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je as the city’s mascot. ...