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Privacy for All Genders: 5 Unique Tokyo Capsule Hotels
More and more people are choosing capsule hotels — first for convenience, second for affordability. They’ve become a top pick for solo travelers. The Matcha editors have handpicked 5 Tokyo capsule hotels that will definitely change your preconceptions about them.
See celebrations and enjoy free guided tours—fun without spending a dime！9 things you can do for free in Tokyo
Traveling to Japan all year round, many of us have taken more than three solo trips to Tokyo or Osaka annually. With the yen continuously appreciating, how can you save money on a solo trip to Tokyo? Here are 9 things that let you explore Tokyo romantically without breaking the bank:
The end of August 22 is not the end — Taiwanese cuisine restaurant Shan Hai Lou will make a comeback at the end of the year
Taiwanese cuisine restaurant Shan Hai Lou, opened in 2014 by Yong Fong Yu Biotech in a standalone Japanese-style Western-style building, had to cease operations as the historic property was included in an urban renewal project. August 22 was its final day of business. However, Shan Hai Lou is not disappearing — it has found a new location on Ren'ai Road in Taipei and plans to reopen by the end of the year.
Eat it plain, with nothing added on top. The 81-year-old grandpa’s Shandong scallion pancakes—both thick and thin styles—are delicious.
Though he humbly jokes that “selling pancakes is the lowest kind of work,” he has great confidence in his own pancakes. His shop only offers two types: thick and thin scallion pancakes, with no options to add eggs or meat. Interestingly, both types of pancakes use the same dough—the difference lies in how they’re made. The thick ones aren’t rolled out flat but are instead cooked slowly over the griddle for nearly half an hour until the crust is crispy and the inside chewy. The thin ones, on the other hand, are crispy on the outside and slightly sticky within. Each style has its loyal fans. During the interview, regular customers kept coming by to buy them. It’s said that even if you refrigerate them and reheat in the oven for a few minutes, they still taste just as good as freshly made.
Special Edition for the Seventh Lunar Month: That Night on the River—Who Was Rocking My Bed?
This is a story from a business trip to Thailand. On the first day of arrival, I found myself in a place known as a major military stronghold, which has witnessed significant historical battles. The day’s itinerary included sampling local specialties, visiting nearby attractions, and then checking into an overwater bungalow. Staying in an overwater bungalow for the first time was quite a novelty—every step I took made the floor gently sway. When I playfully tried walking more heavily, the floor would rock with varying intensity, making its presence very noticeable.
No need to go to Japan — Ichiran Instant Ramen goes on sale at Taipei’s flagship store on September 14
The ultra-popular product “Ichiran Ramen with Ichiran’s Special Red Secret Chili Powder,” which has achieved over 2 billion yen in sales in Japan, will go on sale at Ichiran Taiwan’s Taipei flagship store on September 14. This adds another souvenir option to the gift section, alongside the original Ichiran Ramen Hakata-style straight noodles. The “Ichiran Ramen with Ichiran’s Special Red Secret Chili Powder” (5-pack) is priced at NT$750.
I really want to move to Hualien! A lazy guide to local hidden gems
When it comes to Hualien, many outsiders often have stereotypes and joke, "Great mountains, great waters, but so boring." ETNEWS Travel Cloud has specially compiled 5 hidden gems in Hualien to shatter your boring image of the place. Each of these amazingly beautiful spots will make you think, "I really want to move to Hualien!" As summer vacation is coming to an end and the hot season transitions into the cooler autumn, seize the time to visit Hualien now!
Make the most of summer before it ends – Half-price entry to Leofoo Village after noon
Summer is almost over – want to have some fun before school starts? From now until September 17, Leofoo Theme Park is offering special discounted tickets for entry after 12 PM. Beat-the-heat afternoon tickets are just NT$499 (original price NT$999), Leofoo Water Park tickets are NT$299 (original price NT$599), and combo tickets for both parks are NT$699 (original price NT$1299) – that’s about half off.
Can you still enjoy food on Qixi Valentine’s Day? Learn how to make the perfect bachelor’s meal
In the blink of an eye, Qixi Valentine’s Day is here again. Are single men and women ready to face a barrage of loving couple attacks? Tonight at 9 PM, ETNEWS’s Hungry Power live stream “Crazy for Cooking” will teach you how to make the perfect bachelor’s meal—because even when you’re alone, you deserve a good meal!
【Teacher Li Youqun】Strolling through Kuramae-Kido in Kyoto, Enjoying a Rare Moment of Leisure
It’s late at night. Today, let me take you for a walk around Kuramae-Kido. To visit the Kurama Shrine (known as the backyard of Kyoto), you must get off at the station closest to the shrine—Kuramae-Kido is the gateway to this beautiful hidden part of Kyoto.
Taipei’s first new hotel targeting women — hotelpoispois begins soft launch
New hotels keep popping up in Taipei one after another. After more than two years of preparation, hotelpoispois has started its soft launch. The hotel has 39 rooms, with a restaurant on the first floor and a bar on the second. The reception lobby is uniquely located on the 10th floor — the top floor. Transparent glass walls extend outward with the space, connecting to an exclusive sky garden in Taipei’s East District. Upon arrival, guests can enjoy a 270-degree panoramic view of Taipei 101 and the city, along with gyro chairs for some fun.
Okayama Free & Easy Maple Light Grand Prix, Michelin-Starred Attractions Tour, Autumn Fruit Picking Fun
Autumn is the season of crimson leaves and harvests! One of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, Okayama Korakuen, is ablaze with maple colors in the fall. Visit nearby Kurashiki Kuranomachi for an artsy mini-trip and enjoy grape-picking—making your autumn journey both relaxing and unforgettable.
Six-Star Railway Experience on the Iyo-nada Monogatari in Shikoku: A Journey to Master Japanese Aesthetics
Japanese aesthetics have a unique charm, and a trip to Shikoku offers a profound encounter with it. From the popular six-star railway to anime-style historical sites and the most beautiful stroll-style garden, every spot showcases the essence of traditional Japanese culture.
Overlooking the entire Chianan Plain – A sneak peek at the Taiping Skywalk
The Taiping Skywalk is located next to Taiping Village on Provincial Highway 62A. Entering from Meishan Township in Chiayi County, it climbs from an altitude of over 100 meters up to 1,000 meters, passing through the famous 36 hairpin turns before reaching the gently sloping basin that is Taiping Village. This area serves as another gateway to the Alishan Forest Recreation Area, in addition to the Alishan Highway.
Single woman loves vintage fashion, encounters strange incident: Temple keeper warns, 'Don't wear dead people's clothes'
This is a true story that happened to my friend... Although many stories start this way, I must emphasize, "This is a true story that happened to my friend."
Save the sea heroes of Kamon Aquarium in Kahoku City ! A dreamy 5-meter-tall jellyfish tank that's ultra-healing
In superhero comics, caped crusaders save the world—but in Japan’s seas, a group of “unsung heroes” saved an aquarium from shutting down ! Located in Kahoku, Yamagata Prefecture, Kamon Aquarium was on the brink of closure shortly after opening due to low visitor turnout. But by chance, when 60 species of jellyfish were introduced, the aquarium made a stunning comeback, attracting nearly seven times more visitors than before—and becoming a nationally and internationally renowned, rare jellyfish-themed aquarium.
The Hsinchu City International Kite Festival kicks off this weekend with giant SpongeBob and Spider-Man flying high!
The Hsinchu City International Kite Festival features dozens of kite designs such as winged pterosaurs, SpongeBob, and Spider-Man, themed around "Finding Nemo," "Jurassic Park," and "Anime Mania." The event will showcase large software kites, string kites, stunt kites, and glow-in-the-dark kites soaring across the sky.
So photogenic you won’t even mind climbing Hero’s Slope—here are 8 free “painted staircases” across Taiwan
Many people dread climbing stairs, but when plain, boring steps are adorned with colorful patterns, they become super Instagrammable artworks. ETNEWS Travel Cloud has rounded up 8 free “painted staircases” around Taiwan, so you don’t have to envy Japan or Korea—you can explore and snap to your heart’s content right here on the island.
Most Atmospheric Lunar July Attraction in Paris: The Catacombs Accessible by Metro House 6 Million Skeletons
For some Taiwanese people, the primary purpose of visiting Europe is still to see museums or relax and take photos at street-side cafes—this is the common expectation and imagination of travel. But in reality, it’s quite a pity if a trip only includes romantic attractions, because a city can always be understood from different perspectives. Just like in Paris, you might consider visiting the famous Paris Catacombs.
What a great deal – Buy one get one free on Krispy Kreme doughnuts, only on August 25
Summer vacation is almost over, and Krispy Kreme is launching its most generous buy one get one free in-store promotion ever. On August 25 only, buy any one doughnut of any flavor and get a free original glazed doughnut; buy any six-pack of any flavor and get a free six-pack of original glazed; buy any twelve-pack of any flavor and get a free twelve-pack of original glazed.