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【Visit Accommodations】A Century-Old House Finds New Life – Strolling Through Tainan’s Alleys
The most beautiful scenery of a city is often hidden in its alleys. Walking through the winding lanes of Anping in Tainan, stepping over the gravel path paved with old wood, you’ll find a century-old house full of stories that stands quietly here, like your grandparents at home, warmly...
The "Itasha" (anime-themed car) of the Kaohsiung MRT Girls has set sail, and the One Piece-themed train is also joining in
The charm of the Kaohsiung MRT character economy is budding. Taiwan’s first railway company-owned virtual character "Kaohsiung MRT Girls Itasha" (Itasha, originating from Japan, refers to vehicles covered in anime characters) will be running on... from today until November 1
Golden Flower Season in Hualien: A Feast of Golden Earth
August marks the season when golden needle flowers (daylilies) bloom brilliantly. The picturesque Shiliushi Mountain, with its stunning mountain scenery, is often hailed as the most European-flavored place. Every year during the golden needle flower season, the vast sea of flowers spanning 70 hectares always attracts large crowds...
Taiwanese Tourists' Online Shopping Craze Becomes a Headache for Japanese Hotels with Package Deliveries
Recently, it was reported that a group of Taiwanese tourists on a Japan trip ordered a large number of items from Japanese shopping websites and had them delivered to their hotel for pickup. A related party disclosed the incident online, claiming it involved a tour organized by a major Taiwanese travel agency. The group members reportedly ordered 5...
Enjoy riverside reading at London’s floating bookstore, Word on the Water
“Word On The Water”—just the name itself sparks the imagination. In London, UK, there is the world’s most unique bookstore, drifting along the canals with a wide variety of second-hand books...
【Traveler’s Tale】Nature’s Call: Breathtaking Hokkaido
Departing from Otaru in Hokkaido, drive along the “Shakotan Blue Road” on the north coast toward Shakotan Peninsula – kayak into the mysterious Blue Cave at Yama-no-Tani Coast, explore the magnificent Japanese Top 100 Beaches and natural heritage sites, and let yourself roam freely amidst vast...
Step into the World of the Deer Man: A Travel Tour of Yasushi Sato’s Landmarks
As an Osaka native, Yasushi Sato shot to fame in the Japanese literary world with his three classic debut fantasy novels, collectively hailed as the "Kansai Trilogy." Set respectively in Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka, the trilogy includes...
See the most beautiful autumn colors: Japan’s Top 5 Maple Leaf Castles
Although summer hasn’t ended yet, many people have already started planning their autumn trips. When it comes to the most beautiful color of autumn in Japan, it’s the red of the maple leaves, which paints the landscapes with poetic beauty. Below is a collection...
Light Show at the Empire State Building in New York Highlights 160 Endangered Animals
On the night of August 1st, the Empire State Building in New York was lit up with a dazzling light show. The three-hour spectacle featured endangered animals as its theme, projecting images of 160 species from around the world that are facing extinction...
【Shop Deals】Adorably Cute Face-Changer — Disney Launches Chip 'n' Dale Mask Sheets!
Mask sheets with fun designs continue to be all the rage. Since Ichibankado introduced animal-themed mask sheets in Japan back in 2014, they sparked a facial sheet trend both domestically and internationally, transforming the act of applying a face mask from a purely beauty-focused ritual into something that's also...
The 2015 Taiwan Cycling Festival kicks off, featuring the Oh Bear painted train
The 2015 Taiwan Cycling Festival has begun, and for the first time in collaboration with Taiwan Railways, a painted sightseeing train will debut on the Jiji and Neiwan lines on August 5. Then, in mid-August, Chief Oh Bear will also appear on the Pingxi Line’s Taiwan Railways painted sightseeing train...
Proposed cap on imported cigarettes: Maximum of 19 sticks, even a full pack not allowed
Buying cigarettes at airport duty-free shops is a common habit for many travelers and a primary way for Taiwanese to purchase cheaper tobacco products. But this habit of buying duty-free cigarettes as gifts may soon change. Recently, the Executive Yuan convened...
King water lilies spotted in Kaohsiung for the first time—three kids can sit on them without sinking!
The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau has successfully cultivated "king water lilies" in Lotus Pond for the first time, allowing visitors to admire the magnificent sight of king water lilies covering the pond surface besides going to Tainan. Recently, in conjunction with the current peak butterfly season at Jinshi Lake...
Experience a cherry blossom picnic!
The flower season in Hsinchu City has arrived!
Seasonal Exclusive: Poolside Beauty – Stunning Golden Trumpet Trees in Full Bloom
Under the azure sky, the delicate pink of the golden trumpet trees (Tabebuia chrysotricha) blooms vibrantly as if photoshopped, standing out alone by the pool and attracting photography enthusiasts and travelers eager to witness its beauty. ...
It's not just about cherry blossoms on Grass Mountain (Caoshan)! The pink wave of Yangmingshan Flower Season
Spring’s flower-watching season has arrived, and Yangmingshan is blooming with a riot of colors—not only seas of cherry blossoms but also azaleas, tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and a variety of other flowers competing in a vibrant display that brings the full essence of spring to life...
Artist's Cape Retreat – A Dreamy Million-Dollar Mountain and Sea View
Travelers sprawl across the living room sofas, finding their most comfortable positions as soft light streams in through the windows, accompanied by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic...
Typhoon Soudelor Approaches: Overview of Transportation and Activity Adjustments
Typhoon Soudelor is approaching, and authorities across Taiwan have gradually announced work and school arrangements for the 7th. The typhoon is expected to have the most severe impact from the second half of the 7th to the 8th. Everyone should prepare for the typhoon. Below is a summary of transportation and activity adjustments across Taiwan...
Plan ahead and celebrate New Year's Eve in ten different countries!
The most lively day of the year is undoubtedly New Year’s Eve. Everyone gathers together to bid farewell to the ups and downs of the past year. After an energetic countdown, dazzling fireworks welcome the new you and the beautiful new year. Strangers exchange blessings and hugs, feeling each other's warmth and joy...
Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market is about to become history—rebranded and reborn
The iconic Tsukiji Market, a must-visit destination for many Taiwanese travelers in Tokyo, will soon be phased out by the end of 2016. Established in 1935 by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government in Chuo Ward, Tsukiji Fish Market has long been a beloved spot thanks to its wide array of fresh...