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Eat with your furry friends nearby — 5 pet-friendly restaurants in Tainan
Having adorable pets around while dining not only makes meals more joyful but also melts your heart as you gaze at their cute faces—utterly therapeutic indeed. ETtoday E Travel News has specially gathered five pet-friendly restaurants in Tainan, some of which even allow you to bring your own pet to enjoy the time together. Spend a delightful mealtime in the company of pets. Come and meet these adorable little companions now!
Travelers from southern Taiwan now have easier access to Japan with China Airlines' new Kaohsiung–Kumamoto route!
Travelers from southern Taiwan will find it more convenient to visit Japan in the future. China Airlines will successively launch the Kaohsiung–Kumamoto and Kaohsiung–Fukuoka routes starting October 25 and 26 respectively, with the Tainan–Osaka route also opening on October 28, providing southern Taiwan travelers with greater convenience and options.
There’s even pork trotter here? A heartwarming Japanese restaurant tucked away in a quiet alley
One day, following a mission from Sister Yi, I headed to Lane 285 in Neihu—where great eateries are popping up daily—with a semi-full stomach. After a long walk, I finally found this place that’s both easy and hard to find. It wasn’t until I saw the name that I realized it was “Kōwa Den,” which several friends from Neihu had recommended to me ages ago.
The blood-red maple leaves are at their most beautiful now – Hakodate’s famous maple-viewing spot, “Kōsetsuen Garden”
One of Hakodate’s most renowned maple-viewing spots is undoubtedly “Kōsetsuen Garden (formerly known as Mitsumine Park).” As a beloved destination among locals for autumn foliage, Kōsetsuen is currently in the peak of its most stunning season, with leaves turned a deep crimson scattered throughout the garden. Strolling along paths woven with yellow and red hues is incredibly romantic.
Afternoon tea shop from the Showa era！Tokyo’s ultra-dreamy strawberry cream cake
This is a shop with a very old Tokyo vibe—not particularly delicious, but not bad either; however, it has a really interesting atmosphere. The joy of strolling around Tokyo is unexpectedly stumbling upon a Showa-era afternoon tea shop and unexpectedly tasting a strawberry cake that reminds you of your childhood.
Japan’s southernmost JR station “Nishidaisan Station” has been confirmed to remain in operation
The JR Kyushu Isahaya–Kagoshima Line, which was once at risk of being discontinued due to low ridership, has now been confirmed to remain in service. Spanning a total length of 87.8 kilometers, the southernmost terminus of the JR Kyushu Isahaya–Kagoshima Line is “Nishidaisan Station.” As the southernmost station on Japan’s main island, it sees a constant flow of visitors. Thanks to efforts by the Isa City Tourism Association to keep the line running, “Nishidaisan Station” has also been retained.
Must-Grab at the Travel Fair: Top 10 Online-Ranked All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Restaurant Discount Coupons Roundup
The annual Taipei International Travel Fair is just around the corner. In addition to travel packages, discount vouchers for all-you-can-eat buffet restaurants at major hotels are also flying off the shelves. Based on the top ten buffet restaurants selected by DailyView’s online popularity rankings last year, plus the recently popular Park Lane Buffet at Silks Place Taipei, ETtoday EBC has compiled a list of 10 buffet restaurant offers available at the travel fair. Are you ready, food lovers, to grab these deals?
The New Taipei City Hot Spring Food Festival kicks off! Hot spring bathing at 45% off or more on weekdays and evenings in Wulai and Jinshan
The 2015 New Taipei City Hot Spring Food Festival officially launched on the 26th! This year features promotions such as discounted hot spring bathing under the stars on weekdays and evenings (45% off), limited-edition Warm Hearts Value Packs, and the New Taipei Mountains & Seas Hot Spring Stamp Rally. Spend over NT$250 at designated stores for a chance to win major prizes.
Poor Opening Performance: Kang Ho-dong BBQ Shortens Business Hours by 3 Days
The first Taiwan branch of Kang Ho-dong 678 Baekjeong BBQ, founded by Korean celebrity Kang Ho-dong, opened in Taichung. The official announcement stated it would open on October 25. After one day of business yesterday (the 25th), the store felt the situation was not ideal. Because all dishes had to be prepared fresh and staff were overly nervous, customers experienced long wait times. The store specifically apologized to customers on Facebook. To provide authentic, high-quality meals, business hours from October 26 to 28 will start at 17:30 and continue until ingredients run out.
Tokyo’s “Book Capsule Hotel” Opens in November—Sleep Surrounded by Books for Under $10
A capsule hotel in Tokyo, “BOOK AND BED TOKYO,” set to open on November 5, has recently garnered much attention. Designed with the concept of a “livable bookstore,” it allows guests to literally sleep among the bookshelves, with room rates starting from 3,500 yen (approximately NT$940).
Limited-time Delicacy: Sanchi's "Beauty Legs"!
Taiwan has three major growing regions for water bamboo: Puli, Jiaoxi, and Sanchi. Among them, Sanchi cultivates the red-shell variety, which is rich in various vitamins, has finer fiber development, a firm texture, and is incredibly sweet. The water bamboo from Sanchi is also relatively larger, making it the most famous "beauty legs" water bamboo in Taiwan!
Just to make a living for themselves — a remote mountain elementary school band holds ticketed concerts, but sells less than 10% of tickets
Taiwan’s heavenly sounds are right here — we hope more people can hear them. A tiny elementary school deep in Nantou’s mountains is holding its first ever ticketed concert for the children’s musical dreams, but two weeks after going on sale, fewer than 10% have been sold. The teacher posted online asking for help, hoping more people can hear the children’s voices: “The children from the mountains are trying hard to share their music with everyone.”
Free of charge！9 shuttle bus routes to Dongdaemun Night Market, discount available until March 31
Dongdaemun Night Market has launched free shuttle buses, which officially started operating on the 16th. The Hualien County Government is offering this promotion until March 31, 2016. Buses run from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM every evening, departing on the hour, covering two loop routes — heading south to Hanyuan Hotel and north to Fullon Hotel, passing by multiple hotels to pick up and drop off tourists at Dongdaemun Night Market.
Successful Restructuring for Far Eastern Air; 20 More 737s in 5 Years to Open New Routes to Japan, Korea, and Across the Strait
Far Eastern Air Chairman Chang Kang-wei today (October 26) along with restructuring supervisor Tsai Hui-ling, General Manager Huang Sung-cheng, and Chief Operating Officer Tseng Chin-chi, held a press conference to share the details of the restructuring process. The airline stated that currently it operates 21 cross-strait destinations and 29 routes, but due to insufficient capacity, the execution rate is only 44%. With the introduction of four new 737-800 aircraft next year, its transport capacity to and from the cross-strait region, as well as Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia, will be enhanced.
Popular Budget Late-Night Eats in Tainan: Japanese Cuisine Available Only at Night!
This 【Koedo Japanese Yōkan Cuisine】 offers affordable and delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere, making it great for dining or chatting with friends. That day, when I met up with friends here, I discovered that this frequently passed street actually has a tasty eatery that only opens at night. Let me share it with you~
How did humans learn to "fly"? The Dream of Flight Pavilion at the Children's Play Festival offers free admission.
Have you ever wondered how to fly? Since ancient times, humans have yearned to take to the skies, leading to the development of various flying devices. But do you know the history of human flight? The Dream of Flight Pavilion at the Children's Play Festival is set to open for free admission starting November 4, inviting visitors to explore just how humans "fly."
Alishan Hotel Celebrates Its 102nd Anniversary; Travel Fair Offers Discounts to Invite Public to Witness a Century of Charm
In Taiwan, the Alishan Hotel is truly the only “cultural hotel” with a history of over 100 years. The century-old cherry blossom tree in front of the hotel’s garden café, the 300-plus-year-old five-needle pine, and the 900-year-old red cypress work tree still stand tall within the hotel grounds. This year marks the Alishan Hotel’s 102nd anniversary, and its booth at the 2015 Taipei International Travel Fair is also offering special discounts, hoping to invite travelers to witness the century-old charm of the Alishan Hotel.
A Japanese "Maple" Romance Wedding in Karuizawa – Unparalleled Romance That Makes You Want to Get Married!
The blend of crimson leaves and greenery creates a romantic atmosphere, as autumn breezes shower blessings upon the newlyweds. Known as the "Town of Love," Karuizawa is Japan’s top wedding destination. The "Hillside Chapel" and "Stone Chapel" inside Hotel Bleston Court, operated by Hoshino Resorts, welcome over 3,000 couples each year to celebrate their lifelong commitment.
Jeju Island's Red Mailbox Cafe: Send Your Emotions to Yourself 35 Years Later via a “Handwritten Letter”
“Where will you be 35 years from now? Will you have already forgotten who you were back then?” Nestled in a rural lane amid fields in Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo City on Jeju Island, the Red Mailbox Cafe stands out even on a rainy day, its bold red hue vivid against the lush green landscape. The cafe was opened by a middle-aged couple from Jeonju, North Jeolla Province. The owner, an architect and also the head of the Jeju branch of Korea’s Letter Writing Family, hopes to help visitors rediscover the feeling of writing by hand—and to seal those emotions in ink, delivering them intact to their future selves.
Enter the Land of the Fighting Nation: Russia’s Vladivostok Now Offers Visa-Free Entry for Up to 8 Days
The Russian government has announced that starting in 2016, foreign travelers will be allowed to enter Vladivostok visa-free, and can apply for an on-arrival visa to stay in the city for up to 8 days. This is great news for those planning to visit Russia.