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When you see good-looking guys and girls, you just want to hide—Mount Fuji: I’d be too shy~
Mount Fuji is Japan’s highest mountain and also a sacred peak in the hearts of the Japanese people. Aside from appearing in various media and artworks, it attracts countless travelers every year who wish to see its splendor with their own eyes. However, according to Japanese legend, if visitors come to the foot of Mount Fuji but can’t see it due to thick fog or clouds, the real reason is “the visitor is just too good-looking!”
National Day Holiday Special: Half-Price Tickets at Shoushan Zoo
Where to go during the National Day holiday? Kaohsiung’s Shoushan Zoo is offering a special ticket discount this Double Ten Day, with all ticket types half-price on the day of the event (i.e., NT$20 for full-price tickets, NT$10 for half-price tickets). In addition, from October 10th to 12th during the three-day National Day holiday, visitors can also enjoy half-price admission by presenting an electronic coupon issued at the 2014 “Hey Song Rock Festival” at Qijin Black Sand Rock Festival.
Japanese-style Light Brunch in Banqiao – Handmade Ichiyayaki Rice Ball Set Meal
If you’re looking to enjoy a delicious brunch or Japanese cuisine in Banqiao, don’t miss this brunch, N
Having weathered thirty years of time, Huatai Coffee still sits quietly on Cheng Street in Taichung’s Central District.
I may not be an expert on coffee, but I’ve always been drawn to the old flavors hidden in the corners of the city. After all, I never got to experience those bygone eras, yet I’m always excited to dig up memories of life from a certain time, like uncovering buried treasure—be it a steaming bowl of noodle soup, a plate of cool shaved ice, or a cup of coffee that has lived through both prosperity and decline. In Taichung’s once-bustling yet now quiet Central District Cheng Street...
Tender pork paired with a refreshing yet rich broth — the must-try pickled cabbage and pork noodle soup in Xizhi
Note that this place has had its sign up for a long time, but it’s closed on holidays. Once when I went to check out Mobile Castle next door to look at bikes, I decided to give this spot a try and was surprised by how delicious it was. The noodles here are all cooked fresh in individual pots, and you can choose your broth, noodles, meat… with many flavor options. Since I live in Xizhi and have long struggled to find good noodles, this place is really great. It’s now something I have to eat irregularly, and I highly recommend it to friends in Xizhi.
Lie in a 3,000-meter-high hammock & admire the Alps
Would you dare to lie in a hammock 3,000 meters above ground and enjoy the breeze of the Alps?
Poor attitudes and dirty environments: The world's 10 worst airports according to travelers
Looking at airports that consistently rank on the "World's Best Airports" list over the years, they are usually favored by travelers for their excellent service, comfortable and bright environments, and well-equipped rest and entertainment facilities. But for every good, there’s bad — a well-known American media outlet, Wall St. Cheat Sheet, recently released a list of the world’s 10 worst airports, and many major ones made the cut.
A fiery kick with a hint of mahjong aroma — the super-popular Grandpa Hai’s Red Oil Century Egg Noodles in Sanxia
After a full day of exploring Sanxia and Yingge, I was starving. I quickly asked Nicole, a local, for restaurant recommendations. Turns out, Grandpa Hai’s — the place I’d been wanting to try — was right nearby. No time to waste, let’s go pay homage, Up!!
Home to Taiwan’s most beautiful coastline！ The Miaoli International Kitesurfing Performance Competition kicks off on the 17th
The 2014 Miaoli International Kitesurfing Performance Competition and Green Tourism Series will take place over three consecutive days starting October 17 around the Longfeng Fishing Port in Zhunan Township. The event will feature 55 professional kitesurfers from 11 countries coming together for an exchange. Members of the public can also enjoy the thrill of riding the waves and chasing the wind, along with activities such as hiking and unplugged concerts.
Incheon’s “Foodie” Signature Beef Bone Soup – A Local Delicacy So Popular You Can’t Even Get a Seat on Weekdays
Located in Incheon, the Korean beef specialty restaurant Foodie is an immensely popular eatery in the city. Even during regular meal times on weekdays, it’s hard to get a seat, and on weekends, the place is packed with people waiting in long queues — most of them here for the signature beef bone soup.
Perfect time for an onsen soak this autumn ! Taipei Onsen Festival runs for 5 consecutive days
Autumn is the perfect time for a relaxing hot spring soak ! The 2014 Taipei Onsen Festival series of events kicked off yesterday (the 10th) and will run for five consecutive days in Xinbeitou . For the first time this year (2014) , child sumo wrestlers from Matsuyama City , Japan , have been invited to Taiwan for exchange performances and a street parade . During the event period , there will also be cultural and creative markets , open - air movie screenings , free onsen shuttle buses , and free onsen vouchers for blood donors . Interested travelers should definitely check it out .
Take a walking "Shinetsu Railway Nostalgia Trip" – Enjoy both the Large and Small Kagami Bridges in one go!
If you have time to spare after visiting the Railway Culture Village, why not embark on a nostalgic walking tour? Although the Nagano Shinkansen has cut off the direct road between Yokokawa and Kumahira, it has also created a unique tourism opportunity. A walking trail built on an abandoned railway stretches all the way from Yokokawa to Kumahira, passing through the famous autumn foliage spot, the "Kagami Bridge," and the popular wedding photo location, Usui Lake. If you get tired from walking, you can take a break at Isobe Onsen to soothe your body and mind with its carbonated spring water rich in hydrogen sulfide.
Crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside French toast with butter and honey — an indulgent dessert from Yee Shun Milk Company in Hong Kong
The level of refinement in Hong Kong-style desserts far surpasses that in Taiwan, offering a much wider variety. Many are so unique that even those in Taiwan would struggle to imagine them. The double-skinned steamed milk pudding from Yee Shun Milk Company is also an exceptionally distinctive and delightful treat. Although the price is quite high, you simply can't miss out on this exquisite dessert when visiting Hong Kong.
The presidential suite on Tinian Island spans 60 pyeong, with every window offering a view of the Pacific Ocean.
Located in the South Pacific, Tinian Island is just a seven-minute flight from Saipan. With a population of 3,000, the island’s serene and tranquil atmosphere attracts many visitors. Beyond its natural beauty, this largely untouched island is home to the only modern hotel, which features a casino, restaurants, and a roughly 60-pyeong presidential suite that boasts breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views.
150 cancellations in one year: Kyoto’s Nishijin Haya-ya says Taiwanese travelers are driving the hostel out of business
Another case of "unqualified traveler" behavior by Taiwanese people has emerged. A Kyoto youth hostel owner recently posted a "heartbreaking message" on social media, stating that Taiwanese tourists canceled 150 bed reservations within this year (Heisei 103). The large number of cancellations left most beds unoccupied, causing operational difficulties for the hostel. In the future, they will mandatorily require Taiwanese guests to pay a reservation deposit. Those who do not pay will be denied accommodation.
Understand in One Minute: Sake Experts Reveal 6 Key Clues Hidden on the Label
Many people enjoy sipping sake after trying Japanese cuisine or soaking in an onsen. That naturally fermented aroma with a lingering finish is truly unforgettable. But how do you choose a good bottle of sake? Sake experts tell us that the little secrets of sake are hidden right on the bottle’s label.
The Songshan Line to open "Numbers 12345" to be route codes for Taipei Metro’s five lines
The Taipei Metro Songshan Line is expected to open in November, completing the final piece of the city’s metro network puzzle. On the 11th, Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation announced that, to make it easier for commuters and tourists to identify the lines, the five routes will be assigned numbers based on the order in which they were opened.
Monsters spotted? Come catch them in this super cute Monster Village!
I have to admit, at first I thought Monster Village was just a tourist spot playing up a Japanese theme. But after walking around, I found it pretty charming. I first heard about Monster Village while waiting for a bus to the airport at the city government bus terminal. I saw a bus with the sign “Beat Monsters in Xitou,” and I thought the attraction sounded hilarious. The last time I went to Shangqingjing in Taichung, I also saw a Taiwan Tourist Shuttle bus route to Monster Village at the Nantou Bus Station.
Miss it and you'll have to wait until next year—head to Neihu's Dagou Creek to see swarms of "Euploea butterflies" dancing in the sky
If you want to witness the breathtaking sight of butterflies fluttering en masse, then the cool autumn might be your last chance. On the 18th, the Taipei City Bureau of Urban Development specially organized a free eco-tour at Neihu's Dagou Creek, another great spot to see Euploea butterflies. Led by guides, you can dance with the butterflies on a cozy weekend afternoon in the thick of fall.
A delicious taste unchanged for half a century – Taichung’s time-honored stinky tofu shop offers crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of layered flavors
Though not a sweet dessert flavor, it’s a delicious taste that lingers in your heart after just one bite. “A pair of the most beautiful weathered hands create the warmest and most touching original memory.” This is their latest slogan. From a street stall in 1955 to today’s stinky tofu shop, this is a traditional delicacy that has been fragrant for nearly half a century. I still remember visiting Taichung over three years ago when a friend first brought me to “Granny Liang’s”...