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The most beautiful skyline smile line in Taiwan: Pingtung’s “Shanchuan Liuli Suspension Bridge” to open for free trial on December 26
The much-anticipated Pingtung “Shanchuan Liuli Suspension Bridge,” not yet officially opened, is scheduled to begin a three-month free trial operation from December 26. Visitors will be able to admire this all-ethnic-style, longest hammock-style suspension bridge in Taiwan.
12-piece nigiri sushi set for just 590 TWD – a high-value Japanese eatery in Tainan
Next to New Taipei City’s Shin Kong Mitsukoshi and adjacent to the Regent Taipei, there are two great restaurants: one specializes in premium grilled beef (Laokanbei), while the other offers Japanese cuisine – [Tsukayasan]. Today, we’re here for the delicious nigiri sushi – a whole 12-piece set for only 590 TWD, what a bargain~
Recommended to visit during the autumn foliage season!* The "Japan Waterfalls" ranking selected by user reviews
Based on user-contributed reviews on this website, we have published the "Japan Waterfalls Ranking Selected by Reviews." Topping the list this time is "Nabegataki Falls" in Oguni Town, Kumamoto Prefecture. Famous for its "Urami Falls," which allows you to walk behind the cascading water, you can gaze at the lush green forest through the silk-like curtain of flowing water.
Sweet and savory flavors that hook you after one bite – Zappon Mamuro’s signature pork N< rice
Japan has many types of N< rice. There's crispy tempura N<, filling tonkatsu N<, fresh sashimi N<... People love all kinds of variations. In downtown Sapporo, there's "Mamuro," a restaurant established in 1970 that specializes in pork N< rice and is also a super popular local eatery.
A bit strange but well-rated—this motel is a must-visit for clown enthusiasts in central Nevada
In the heart of the Nevada desert sits this peculiar clown-themed motel. Just like a scene from a movie, the motel is filled with clown dolls of all sizes—some sitting on chairs, others displayed on shelves.
On Pinglin Old Street, try jelly and chicken soup made with goat’s teats — a taste of mom's cooking
Zhong Mama Snacks is located on Pinglin Old Street and also runs Dingchen Tea House. The owner is Zhong Mama herself. If you want to try goat’s teat dishes, this is the place to go. Zhong Mama has turned goat’s teats into her signature goat’s teat chicken soup and goat’s teat jelly. Originally created to strengthen her children’s bones and muscles, they have since become her famous home-style dishes.
Grand Formosa Regent Hsinchu Offers Peking Duck Coupons – Enjoy a Three-Way Duck Feast for Under NT$2,000
From now until March 31, 2016, Grand Formosa Regent Hsinchu’s Jiulou Chinese Restaurant is offering “Peking Duck Coupons.” Each set contains five coupons, originally priced at NT$12,100 per set, but available for a limited time at NT$9,495 per set—meaning you can enjoy three different duck dishes at a discounted price of just NT$1,899.
It's not just about ramen — 6 popular Japanese cuisines make their grand debut
Although Korean cuisine has been all the rage recently thanks to the Hallyu wave, Japanese food continues to hold its charm for Taiwanese diners. A steady stream of Japanese culinary offerings is making its way to Taiwan’s market. Beyond ramen, many other types of restaurants have recently entered the scene, including TENYA, curry rice, chicken wings, hot pot, butter bread, and even Osaka’s iconic “Yorimichi Yakitori,” which is set to open in December.
Let’s admire the flowers “for fun”! The Penghu Flower Sea Festival makes a triumphant comeback.
Want to see a riot of blooms in winter? Let the Penghu Flower Sea Festival add color to your cold season! The “Lovingly Colorful, Blooming on the菊 Island” Flower Sea Festival is a unique floral exhibition in Penghu during winter. This year, the event is being held at the Penghu Leisure Park. Visitors to Penghu can now add flower viewing to their winter itinerary, alongside exploring historical sites and enjoying seaside activities.
The New Taipei Christmas Town “Santa Bear Memorial Scarf” will warm your heart!
The cute and stylish “Santa Bear Memorial Scarf” of New Taipei City’s Joyful Christmas Town officially made its debut on the 24th. It comes in two colors: red and gray. The red ones are given away for free and not for sale, while the gray ones will be sold at the event site for NT$650 each. The New Taipei City Government’s Tourism and Travel Bureau has also designed an “Online Lucky Draw for the 2015 New Taipei City Joyful Christmas Town Memorial Scarf,” hoping that these adorable and fashionable Santa Bear scarves will keep both adults and children warm as they enjoy the Christmas Town.
Cathay Pacific and Dragonair Year-End “Heartfelt Deals”: Taipei-Osaka Round-Trip from NT$5,500
The official websites of Cathay Pacific and Dragonair launched the “Heartfelt Deals” promotion from November 24–26, featuring Taipei-Osaka round-trip economy class tickets starting at NT$5,500, and Taiwan-Bangkok round-trip economy class tickets starting at NT$5,700.
Dine under the banyan tree with a “banzhuo” spread—enjoy classic dishes like egg-baked squid rolls and miso-flavored pork!
I’d been thinking about it for so long and finally made it back to Tainan. If not for the dengue fever... I would’ve set a record of visiting Tainan every single month this year already. Because I’ve made friends here, because I love Tainan’s pace of life, because it’s become a habit… Gradually, coming to Tainan has felt as natural as going home, to the point where not being here starts to make me miss it!
No need to fear visiting national parks anymore！ An integrated system makes it easier to explore the mountains and forests.
The Ministry of the Interior’s Construction and Planning Agency commissioned the Geographic Information System Research Center at Feng Chia University to develop and complete the “Taiwan National Parks Entry and Mountain Entry Online Application Service.” This platform integrates the online application systems for entry into three alpine national parks—the Yushan National Park, Taroko National Park, and Shei-Pa National Park—allowing the public to avoid the hassle of dealing with multiple separate systems.
1,000 memory crystal balls and a 20-meter Christmas tree plus a giant gingerbread house
The Regent Taipei has illuminated the Christmas tree in its atrium, featuring 1,000 memory crystal balls that recount the hotel’s 23-year history. Standing at a total height of 42TN (approximately 14.6 meters) and reaching over three floors high, the tree is adorned with 27,000 LED bulbs, 2,600 colorful ribbons, 5,000 shimmering gold and silver balls, 1,500 gold pine cones, and 2,100 poinsettias, with a cost exceeding NT$1 million.
The Unspoken Rules of Tokyo Hair Salons: Even if Your Scalp Itches, Don’t Say a Word
When getting your hair washed at a salon in Tokyo, you’ll inevitably be asked, “Does it itch anywhere?” At that moment, even if you really want to say, “A bit to the right, just a little more to the right—there’s an itch on the right,” you must firmly reply, “No.” That’s the Tokyo way. After all, it’s hard to pinpoint exactly where it itches, and even if you say, “It itches five centimeters to the right, in the direction of nine o’clock from where your left hand is,” you’ll only be making things difficult for the stylist.
Limited-Edition Star Wars Train During the Movie Period — On-Site Photos Make You Feel Like You’ve Stepped Into the Film
The movie *Star Wars: The Force Awakens* is set to hit theaters by the end of the year. In collaboration with the film studio, Osaka’s Nankai Electric Railway has launched a limited-edition themed train called the “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” transforming the entire train into a Star Wars universe, allowing passengers to feel as if they’ve entered the movie world. *ETtoday ETToday Dongsen News Cloud* has exclusively obtained on-site photos for fans to take an early look.
Burj Khalifa becomes the third tallest? Iraq to build the world's tallest 241-story skyscraper "The Bride"
According to the UK's Daily Mail, this long-kept architectural plan is named "The Bride." It is rumored to be located in Basra, Iraq, and will consist of four towers, with the tallest one being 241 stories and reaching a height of 1,152 meters, serving as the core of the complex.
Hidden gourmet gems you'd definitely miss without a local guide – the must-order dish is the shrimp and vermicelli clay pot
The tiny sign of “Ou’s Banquet” hangs on the second floor of an apartment building, and the first floor looks just like any ordinary residence. Without a local guide, you’d never know there’s a beloved private kitchen tucked away in the alley behind the MRT Xingtian Temple Station that foodies adore. It’s said many retired generals are regulars, and even Qiu Fusheng has dined here. The owner of Ou’s Banquet, affectionately known as Uncle Ou (or “Fifth Brother Ou”), requires advance reservations. He then shops for ingredients based on your budget.
Winter is booming hot this year! Top 10 must-visit ski destinations to hit the slopes in snow
For Taiwanese people living in subtropical regions, snow is a rare sight, only appearing on high mountains in winter. But more and more Taiwanese are getting into skiing, with many travelers even going abroad specifically for a “ski trip,” forming a unique winter travel trend. Daily’s online popularity survey has released a list of the top 10 most popular ski destinations, telling you which countries offer the best skiing fun!
Escape the cold front and warm up in Guam！ The Christmas Village lights up on the 27th
With temperatures plummeting across Taiwan, Guam remains delightfully warm！ As Christmas draws near, the Christmas Village, located at Governor Jose Flores Memorial Beach Park (Ipan Beach), officially lit up on the 27th. From Christmas to New Year, the village will be illuminated from 6 p.m. to midnight, continuing until January 8 of the year 105 (2016).