Travel
Kamakura, the Ancient Capital – Milly’s Leisurely Exploration of Tokyo’s Suburbs
Kamakura is a place perfect for strolling, a destination where you can slow down and embrace the rhythm of everyday life during your travels. That’s why I chose to stay there for three nights over two days, immersing myself in a more leisurely pace. But I was hesitant at first—after all, I’ve always believed...
World Heritage on the Tip of Your Tongue: A Tour of Three Exotic Gastronomic Hotels
How much do netizens imagine when it comes to world heritage? Can you play there, see it, stay there, and even eat there? That’s right. Since 2003, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has started listing the “Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”...
Brew a cup of fragrant coffee at Zhongxin Market and discover the warmth of human connection in its quiet corners
He insists on selling only black coffee, and only pour-over coffee. The number of cups he can sell in a day is limited, but Da Tou has no interest in chasing impressive sales figures. With his gentle demeanor and youthful appearance—barely thirty—Da Tou holds firm beliefs that set him apart...
Master Hayao Miyazaki’s Farewell Film “The Wind Rises” Features Breathtaking Film Locations
The recent hit movie “The Wind Rises” was released in Taiwan during the Mid-Autumn holiday season, and as it is also the farewell work of Japanese animation master Hayao Miyazaki, it has generated particularly high expectations among fans of Japanese and Studio Ghibli animation...
Is the Yellow Rubber Duck toxic? Kaohsiung City Government: Guaranteed safe!
The Yellow Rubber Duck currently on display at Kaohsiung’s Glory Pier is proving hugely popular, having already attracted over 500,000 visitors. In response to recent public concerns about the materials used in the duck, Kaohsiung City Government spokesperson Lai Jui-long stated that the Yellow...
Tokyo's maple leaf viewing season kicks off in November — must-visit spots for red foliage
Autumn in Tokyo brings not only the stylish vibe of a metropolis but also the romantic touch of maple leaves coloring the branches. To enjoy Tokyo’s scenery blanketed in crimson foliage, the best time to visit this year falls between early November and mid-December...
Star Cruises' Gemini Star: 4 Major Routes Departing from Xiamen to Explore Taiwan, Hong Kong & the Philippines
Star Cruises' "Gemini Star" will set Xiamen as its home port starting October 9, 2013, launching four exciting routes visiting Keelung and Penghu in Taiwan, Kaohsiung, Taichung, Hong Kong, Boracay, and Manila...
Strolling Through the Abode of the Gods: The Grand Renewal Festival of Ise Grand Shrine
Ise Grand Shrine is the highest-ranking shrine among Japan’s Shinto shrines and is considered the spiritual homeland of the Japanese people. It consists of the Inner Shrine and Outer Shrine, along with 125 surrounding shrines. This October, Ise Grand Shrine will celebrate the 62nd biennial “Shikinen Sengu” festival in its 1,300-year history — one of Japan’s most significant religious events. The purpose of the Sengu is to allow the divine power to remain “ever youthful,” ensuring eternal vitality. Beside the main shrine lies an equally sized vacant lot where, every twenty years, the shrine buildings are reconstructed, along with new garments, daily utensils, and sacred treasures for the deities. This ritual has been practiced since the 7th century. One ceremony that the general public can participate in is the “Oshiraishi Mochi Shinji,” held from July to September, which involves laying white stones on the site of the new shrine before the formal relocation.
Taipei Hot Spring Festival: Big Love Drive – Donate Blood and Get a Soaking Coupon
With the coolness of autumn in the air, netizens must be starting to plan their winter hot spring trips too. The annual Taipei Hot Spring Festival will be held from October 10 to 14 at venues including the Xindianpu MRT Station Plaza. This year, in addition to Nanyin PK competitions...
Rubber Duck as Your Tour Guide – Explore Kaohsiung to the Fullest
To celebrate the arrival of Rubber Duck in Kaohsiung, the Kaohsiung City Government’s Tourism Bureau has launched a series of recommended itineraries and special promotional activities. Among them, the bureau has created creative mini Rubber Duck business card-sized cards, which can be picked up at locations such as Kaohsiung Railway Station. These include...
The Railway Closest to Mount Fuji – Stunning Photography Spots Revealed
June 22, 2013 was the proudest day for the Japanese, as Mount Fuji, after decades of effort in preservation and management, finally made it onto the World Heritage List. For Japan, which regards Mount Fuji as a sacred national symbol, this was truly...
EVA Air’s Kitty “Hand in Hand” Aircraft Makes Maiden Flight; Adorable Livery Stuns Los Angeles
EVA Air’s first 777-300ER Hello Kitty livery aircraft — the “Hand in Hand” jet — made its inaugural flight on the Taipei-Los Angeles route. The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles Ti...
“Happiness” Bye Bye!, Hakodate's Old Railway Station Demolished for Reconstruction
In Taiwan, there are well-known old railway stations famous for their lucky name tickets, such as “Zhui Fen” (Separation), “Cheng Gong” (Success), “Yong Kang” (Eternal Peace), and “Bao An” (Safety). In Hokkaido’s Obihiro City, there is also an old station named “Happiness,” beloved by couples and a popular...
Book a Stunning Wedding in Guam & Discover Must-Visit Romantic Attractions
Holding each other’s hands, walking hand in hand under the clean, soft beaches and the azure blue sky bathed in warm sunlight, stepping into a pristine white church, showered with petals and blessings from loved ones, and making lifelong vows in a foreign land—this uniqueness and romance...
Reviving Celebrates Maiden Flight, Giving Away 100 Free Tokyo Tickets
Expanding in the Japanese market, Reviving Airlines launches flights to the capital, Tokyo. Today, Reviving Airlines officially inaugurated its Taoyuan-Tokyo Narita route, and also announced the launch of its official WeChat account, along with the unveiling of eight exclusive animated stickers featuring pilots and flight attendants. In addition, to celebrate the Tokyo route launch, an electronic lottery scratch card event will be held, with plans to give away 100 economy class tickets on the Taoyuan-Tokyo route.
Escape the Crowded City: Penang’s Forest Adventure Theme Park
In 2012, Penang was named one of the “Top Ten Best Street Food Cities in Asia”; in 2013, it was selected as the world’s fourth most suitable city for retirement. This place, known as the Garden of the East, is divided by the Penang Strait into Penang Island and Seberang Perai...
Yellow Rubber Duck Makes a Splash in Kaohsiung, Lands on CNN Travel Front Page
The lovable Rubber Duck, a symbol of love and peace, arrived at Kaohsiung’s Glory Pier on September 19, drawing massive crowds. Following extensive coverage by international media such as the Associated Press and Agence France-Presse, ...
Robot Kitty Relay Yellow Rubber Duck, Future Park Heads to Kaohsiung Before December
The mastermind behind the third generation that has endowed Hello Kitty with more diverse and rich elements—Sanrio Kitty’s Chief Designer Yuko Yamagata—arrived in Taiwan to attend the Robot Kitty Future Park drawing meet-and-greet...
The "Seven Stars in Kyushu" luxury sleeper train, built with a budget of 3 billion yen, will debut in Japan in October
For many railway enthusiasts around the world, riding a sleeper train in Japan is surely a dreamlike travel experience. Now, in addition to the famed Hokutosei, Cassiopeia, and the luxurious Twilight Express, Japan’s sleeper train lineup is set to welcome a new...
Kyoto’s Saihō-ji Temple Gains World Heritage Status for Its “Moss”
Renowned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its moss, Kyoto’s Saihō-ji Temple stands alone in this distinction, attracting visitors year-round. Although it still lacks an official website today, applying for entry relies on a round-trip postcard system. Even so, during visits, you’ll still see...