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Tokyo Maple Travel | Top 6 Must-Visit Spots for Autumn Foliage
Autumn in Tokyo not only carries the fashionable vibe of a metropolis but also a romantic touch as crimson maple leaves color the branches. If you want to enjoy Tokyo’s beautiful scenery covered in maple leaves, this year’s best time to visit falls between mid-November and early December...
Yangmingshan Silvergrass Season: Ancient Trails & Autumn Silvergrass Tour Kicks Off
It’s that time of year again when the silvergrass blooms on Yangmingshan. Every year during this season, Yangmingshan National Park hosts the “Ancient Trails & Autumn Silvergrass” event, where visitors can explore the Yulu Ancient Trail guided by interpreters, discovering the charming allure of Grass Mountain through the scenic beauty and cultural heritage of autumn silvergrass...
Top 101 Best Restaurants in Asia – Four Taiwanese Establishments Make the List
The American food website The Daily Meal has announced the 2015 list of the 101 Best Restaurants in Asia. This year, Hong Kong’s Tim Ho Wan took the top spot, while Taiwan’s Din Tai Fung secured second place...
Discover Local Japanese Cuisine: Seasonal Meals at Traditional Farmhouse Inns
By the MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network Editorial Team Kayabuki no Sato Yakushi Onsen Hat...
Azure Dream Trip: Okinawa's Blue Cave
If you're planning to visit Okinawa, besides driving around the island, one of the must-do experiences is scuba diving. Among the island's top diving spots is Maeda Point, known for its crystal-clear waters that attract both domestic and international tourists during holidays...
Experience traditional Japanese culture at the Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony — a gathering of tea and friendship
By MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Arts Commission are committed to promoting traditional Japanese culture and performing arts. To pass on the "heart of Japan" to the next generation, they have launched cultural initiatives...
Enjoy Nature & Have Fun at Taiwan’s 7 Great Agricultural and Forestry Farms
The scorching summer has just passed. Visiting nature in early autumn is the best way to experience complete liberation of body and mind. Taiwan’s 7 great agricultural and forestry farms boast the richest natural resources. Whether you’re exploring scenic landscapes, experiencing outdoor camping, enjoying flowers and fruit picking, or watching butterflies dance, immersing yourself in nature and culture allows travelers to achieve perfect relaxation and rejuvenation. Why not head out to Taiwan’s 7 great agricultural and forestry farms and enjoy nature right away?
Literary Film Festival: The Lid of the Sea Akiko Kikuchi Portrays a Shave Ice Life
The film ‘The Lid of the Sea’ is one of the selections in the 2015 【Banana Yoshimoto, by the Sea】 Literary Film Festival. It is the latest work by director Keisuke Toyoshima (‘Hanayoi Michi’) and stars Akiko Kikuchi from ‘Midnight Diner: The Movie’...
Even Koreans can't resist: Kongneung One-Chicken makes its debut in Taiwan
Korean cuisine is highly favored by Taiwanese fans, and many well-known restaurants are vying to enter the Taiwanese market. The "Kongneung One-Chicken" (??岔哲谷宫), a must-try dish for many visitors to Seoul, is also coming to Taiwan. The first branch is expected to open in Taipei...
Kaohsiung Light Rail Set to Launch; Reservations Now Open
The circular light rail in Kaohsiung has finally received operational approval from the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. It has been announced that online or phone reservations for riding the light rail will open on October 8, with trial operations beginning on October 16. Starting October 16, passengers can...
Autumn and Winter Hot Spring Season: Top 10 Hot Spring Spots in Taiwan
As the weather gets cooler, it's once again the season for hot spring bathing. The small yet geographically blessed island of Taiwan boasts an abundance of hot spring resources. Among the many hot springs across the country, here are some of the most popular natural ones. Seize the season...
Vampire Minions Take Over Universal Studios Japan in Osaka!
Since March, the Minions area at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka has been a hit with fans. Now, to celebrate Halloween, the Minions have transformed into adorable vampires, causing chaos in the park and launching a series of limited-edition merchandise...
Experience Taipei's modern and past—12 boutique hotels with a literary and artistic vibe recommended
By / Edited and reported by the editorial team of MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network The annual Taipei Shopping Festival has made its debut this year with a brand-new look as the “Taipei Style Exchange,” officially kicking off on October 1st. It highlights life experiences and...
Taiwan Designer's Week: Black and White Tone Exploration Launches
Taiwan’s annual design extravaganza, “Taiwan Designer's Week,” enters its ninth year. From October 2 to 11, 2015, it will once again take place at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park in Taipei, with the theme of “EXPLORATION”...
Must-buy Japanese Pharmacies: Popular BB Series & Must-Have Items
Taiwanese travelers to Japan love purchasing Japanese pharmacy products, snacks (food), and electronics. Thanks to the consistently favorable exchange rate of the Japanese yen, not only do Taiwanese tourists buy more, but many also get requests from friends and family to shop on their behalf...
Head Out for a Pleasant Autumn Picnic – Easypass Hotel Taipei Launches Special Packages
As the sweltering summer heat fades and crisp autumn weather arrives, it’s the perfect time for outings with friends or family. If you’d rather not fuss over planning your autumn trip, consider a bundled hotel package. Easypass Hotel Taipei has just launched...
【Traveler’s Journal】Healing in Extreme Beauty: World Spa Travel
Japan’s Izu Peninsula has long been one of the country’s most renowned hot spring destinations. With its breathtaking natural landscapes of mountains and sea — the literary charm of Shuzenji Onsen, the hillside retreat of Fugan Onsen on the Izu Plateau — each offers either poetic serenity or luxurious indulgence...
The sea of flowers at Fushoushan is in full bloom, with cosmos flowers romantically blossoming.
As autumn quietly arrives, take advantage of the still pleasant and cool weather to visit Fushoushan and admire the magnificent sea of cosmos flowers. The cosmos field in Taichung’s Fushoushan is not only vast in area, but is also set against a backdrop of continuous green mountains, white clouds, and trees...
Walking on Clouds – Hokkaido’s Sea of Clouds Walk “Cloud Walk”
Want to experience the thrill of walking among the clouds? The Sea of Clouds Observation Deck at Hokkaido’s Hoshino Resorts Tomamu is famous for allowing visitors to bathe up close in cascading clouds, attracting many tourists during its open season...