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Bring a book and have a picnic — Chinese Literature Reading Festival
The 3rd Chinese Literature Reading Festival will take place during the Mid-Autumn holiday from September 24 to 28, featuring nearly 100 reading events at Taipei Huashan 1914 Creative Park, Kaohsiung Pier-2 Art Center, and various cultural venues. It also incorporates the currently popular...
Six years later—the Alishan Forest Railway is fully reopened!
The Alishan Forest Railway had been suspended since 2009 due to Typhoon Morakot. After more than six years of repair and reconstruction, a test run between Chiayi North Gate Station and Alishan Station was successfully conducted on the 15th. The Chiayi Forest Management Office has set a target for an official reopening...
15 little reminders to get you started as a backpacker
If it’s your first time being a backpacker, you’re bound to feel nervous about the unknown journey. What should you prepare? What should you watch out for? The worries never seem to end. Here we’ve put together some little...
Emirates takes global lead by treating passengers to top-tier champagne
Edited and reported by the MOOK Attractions & Travel Life editorial team Starting now, first-class passengers flying with Emirates can enjoy the premium vintage Dom Pérignon Vintage 2...
Delicate pink cherry blossoms are perfect for photoshoots—head up the mountain to enjoy the blooms and have a picnic under the cherry trees
Under the pale blue sky, soft pink cherry blossoms dot the mountain, adding a splash of color to the lush green forest. In early spring, the cherry blossoms on Lala Mountain in Taoyuan are in full bloom. ...
Kanto’s Largest Light Festival – The Ashikaga Flower Tunnel
As summer and spring fade away and autumn and winter quietly arrive, not only can you enjoy the beautiful maple leaves and ginkgo trees during the day, but at night, you’ll be greeted by romantic string lights that transform the scenery into a dreamy kingdom of light. Located...
Kanzanli Hot Spring Festival: Free Japanese Yukata to Create a Nostalgic Atmosphere
The annual Tainan Kanzanli Hot Spring Food Festival has officially kicked off. This year, Kanzanli presents a series of exciting activities themed around hot spring cuisine and Japanese nostalgia. In addition to hot spring bathing, the event also connects the regions of Baihe, Dongshan, and Houbi to offer a regional travel experience...
Young hunks can't get enough—now comes "Fresh Girls' Milk Tea"!
Just recently, Tainan's Zhang Sanfeng Ice-Fire Pineapple Bun rode the young hunks trend by launching "Young Hunks' Milk Tea." Now, it's back with a female version: "Fresh Girls' Milk Tea." In addition, it has created unique exclusive flavors for these two gender-specific milk teas, once again becoming a hot topic.
Barbecue here during the Mid-Autumn Festival – 23 riverside areas in Taipei now open for use
The Mid-Autumn Festival is here, but you still haven’t decided where to barbecue? The Taipei City Government has specially opened 23 designated areas in riverside parks for everyone to use, from 5 p.m. on September 25 to midnight on September 28. However...
Dadaocheng Fireworks Show – Music Director Zhang Zhengjie; 2-minute-38-second preview video now available
Originally scheduled to take place before Qixi Festival, the “2015 Taipei Dadaocheng Music Valentine’s Day” has been postponed to September 26 (Saturday), the first day of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. The highlight—a music-accompanied fireworks show—will light up the night sky from 8:30 to 8:4...
The Best Time for Autumn Foliage: Top Six Global Leaf-Peeping Destinations
By the MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team As autumn arrives, bringing with it vibrant foliage, the landscape is draped in hues of red, compelling travelers to immediately set off to famous leaf-viewing spots and embark on a foliage adventure...
World Heritage Himeji Castle: Main Keep Damaged by Drone Collision
Recently (on the 19th), Himeji Castle — a Japanese national treasure and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — suffered damage when its main keep was struck by a small drone, leaving the management of Himeji Castle shocked and outraged. Fans of Japan’s famous castles and historic sites...
Denmark's Most Beautiful Landmark: Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
Regarded as Denmark's most beautiful landmark, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is located in the Humlebæk area north of Copenhagen. From the outside, the museum entrance looks no different from an ordinary bungalow, but once you pass the counter, beyond the array of design goods and books, you’ll find a stretch of greenery, a vast sea view, and sculptures scattered throughout the garden—creating a wonderful fusion of art and nature.
Autumn Foliage in Sunlight: 10 Must-Visit Spots
Visiting Japan in autumn means being greeted by hills and valleys blanketed in vibrant red leaves—the most enchanting scenery of the season. The maple leaf cycle that sweeps sequentially from Hokkaido southward seems to be perfectly orchestrated, taking turns to captivate everyone’s attention. While the famous autumn foliage spots in the Kanto region may not...
Super-popular Korean Gangnam’s Toonaogukbap restaurant opens in Taiwan
Korean BBQ is highly favored by Taiwanese tourists, and many renowned Korean restaurants have opened branches in Taiwan in recent years, including the 24-hour Honey Pig, followed by 8-color BBQ and Samgyeopsal Gwichan. ...
Elegant Strolls at Japanese Hot Springs – Q&A on Staying at Ryokan
Experiencing the rustic and natural scenery and streets of hot springs in Kyushu is a deeply relaxing treat for visitors to the area. Staying at a local ryokan, slowly strolling through the hot spring town, feeling the tranquil atmosphere of the peaceful town, ...
Must-buy for Doraemon fans: Japan releases commemorative stamp figurines
Attention Doraemon fans! To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Doraemon manga series, Japan Post has specially launched a limited-edition Doraemon stamp and figurine set, now available for pre-order at post offices across Japan. This release...
The dome light show "The Dome of Light" 2.0 version is stunning
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department compiled report On the seventh anniversary of the opening of the Kaohsiung MRT, Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Corporation held the "Dome Light Show Premiere Press Conference" on the 23rd at the Hall of the Dome of Light in Formosa Boulevard Station...
Must-have Souvenirs for Traveling in Japan: 9 Ultra-Popular Choices
Visiting Japan—what kinds of souvenirs do you usually buy? The Japan Tourism Agency previously conducted a popular souvenir survey in Japan and recommended 9 of the most beloved items, including Tokyo Banana and...
A Hundred Doraemons Take to the Streets, Holding Anywhere Doors and Bamboo-Copters—Even Cuter
To celebrate the 9th anniversary of the opening of I’Park Mall at Seoul’s Yongsan Station, I’Park Mall has specially collaborated with Daewon Media, the Korean licensing agent for Doraemon, to hold a grand...