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2016’s Must-Visit New Highlight in Kyoto – Tsutaya Books Opens Its Doors
Traveling to Kyoto? There's a new attraction to explore. Tsutaya Books in Daikanyama, once selected as one of the world’s top 20 bookstores, has opened a branch in Kyoto after previously setting up stores in Hokkaido and Osaka. ...
Eastern Taiwan Flower Viewing Guide: Golden Sea of Flowers Stretches Across Eastern Taiwan
The 2016 East Taiwan Flower Sea Season is now in full swing, featuring over 30 hectares of vibrant floral displays, including sunflowers, rapeseed flowers, and salvia, which paint the natural landscapes of eastern Taiwan in brilliant hues. This flower sea season...
Yen Won’t Return to Previous Levels – Three Key Things to Know About New Travel Regulations in Japan
Taiwanese people love traveling to Japan, but whether visiting for scenic beauty or shopping, everyone should be aware that Japan has implemented three major tax policy adjustments successively in 2016 and 2017. Due to global market volatility...
A Must-See World Heritage Light Display: Japan’s Senmaida Rice Terraces Illumination
From October each year to March of the following year, the vast seaside rice terraces in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, are illuminated with tiny lights as part of the annual illumination event “Senmaida no Hikari” (Light of the Terraces), where the colors change at regular intervals...
Yangmingshan Flower Festival Kicks Off: Camellias and Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom
From around the Spring Festival holiday to March is a wonderful season when all things come back to life and flowers bloom. In addition to the annual Camellia Festival, which kicks off on the 22nd, delicate and beautiful mountain cherry blossoms are also blooming one after another, attracting many tourists to enjoy the flowers and take photos. Earlier...
Start your trip right after collecting your year-end bonus — Top 6 travel destinations for the Lunar New Year
The Lunar New Year is approaching. Have you decided where to go yet? With a long holiday and your year-end bonus in hand, don’t forget to treat yourself and reward yourself for a whole year of hard work. Whether you plan an in-depth journey through Asia or a relaxing, dreamy trip to Europe or America, both are great choices. In Asian countries, you can explore the hidden alleys of Tokyo, enjoy the natural beauty of the suburbs, or head to vibrant Bangkok and Singapore to soak up the warmth of the equator. If you’re considering a holiday in Europe or America, why not try your luck during the Lunar New Year and visit the never-sleeping city of Las Vegas in the U.S.? You can also take this break to explore culturally rich and fashion-forward London in the UK. And of course, don’t miss the romantic water city of Venice to experience the festive atmosphere of the Venice Carnival.
Explore Tainan in Full Bloom: Essential Spring Flower Viewing Guide
Beyond visiting cultural heritage sites and savoring local delicacies in Tainan, you can also enjoy the welcoming blossoms that bloom in different seasons. Pairing these floral spots with your travel itinerary lets you capture some stunning natural beauty in your trip photos...
Sea of Pink – Thailand’s Red Lotus Festival Blooms in Eye-Catching Splendor
From November to March each year, a vast freshwater lake in Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province, Thailand, seemingly comes to life, transforming into a vividly beautiful red hue as the lotus flowers across the lake...
Zhongshan Station Food Hunt: Unforgettable Rainbow N
I haven’t written a food review in ages—work has been insanely busy lately. I just can’t get into the mood to enjoy good food, and I’ve even lost interest in eating. Who would’ve thought I’d ever reach this point?
Playing Yilan with picture books – Who knew JiMi could be captured like this?
“Is this station the end, or another beginning?” Stepping out of Yilan Railway Station isn’t just the end of your journey to the play area, but also the start of entering the world of JiMi. Thanks to the dedication of Yilan County Government and renowned picture book author JiMi and his...
Cold wave hits; traffic info for snow viewing hot spot Yangmingshan
According to weather reports, due to the low temperature warning and sufficient moisture this weekend, there is a chance of snowfall in areas above 1,000 meters in elevation. Those planning to visit Yangmingshan to see the snow should pay attention to traffic control updates. Yangde Boulevard will have...
The house is upside down！Brave the inverted house and walk on the walls
Building an upside-down house is no longer a dream. The inverted house trend, which started in countries like Russia, Germany, and Japan, has now swept Taiwan. The first-ever 〈Inverted House Special Exhibition〉 displayed at the National Science and Technology Museum features six major themes: the Inverted Upside-Down House...
8% ice cream limited-time all-you-can-eat party for just NT$100
Feeling down about having to work on Saturday (January 30)? To show appreciation for long-time customer support, the renowned Italian gelato shop 8% is hosting a special “Gelato All-You-Can-Eat Party” at its Yongkang flagship store at 7 PM on the 30th...
Red-faced ducks and blue killer whales take the stage – Cute highlights debut at the Hualien Pacific Lantern Festival
The annual Hualien Pacific Lantern Festival will once again light up the festive season just before Lunar New Year. From January 30 to February 29, in addition to tens of thousands of bright red lanterns illuminating major roads across 13 townships in Hualien, main lantern display areas will also be set up in the sixth redevelopment zone of Hualien City and at Liyu Lake...
Complete Guide to Cherry Blossom Viewing: Taiwan’s Cherry Blossom Spots Cheat Sheet
As winter fades, various regions across Taiwan gradually enter cherry blossom season. In addition to the more well-known hotspots like Yangmingshan, Tamsui Tianyuan Temple, and Wuling Farm, there are actually many other popular spots waiting for visitors to explore. Below is...
No need to worry about Japanese yen in Japan – exchange at convenience stores
Travelers to Japan no longer have to worry about not having enough yen. Starting in February, you can exchange 13 foreign currencies, including NTD, directly at specific FamilyMart convenience stores in Japan. The service will initially be available at tourist-heavy branches such as Asakusa in Tokyo...
Rare century-long heavy snowfall in Kyushu and Shikoku, Japan; frost flowers bloom in Hokkaido
Under the influence of Arctic oscillation, a powerful cold wave struck. The strongest "emperor-level" cold snap in history not only brought rare snowfall to Taiwan's high mountains and sleet to lowlands, but also caused century-long heavy snowfall in southern Japan’s Kyushu and Shikoku, as well as even further south in locations like Kagoshima and Okinawa...
How to Spend Winter Vacation: Top 4 Themed 2-Day Tour Recommendations for Kaohsiung in Spring
To welcome the arrival of the 2016 Chinese New Year, the Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau has specially curated a “Joyful Spring Tour of Kaohsiung – The Grand Four Blessings Celebrating the New Year” 2-day itinerary. It features four major themes: mountains and wilderness, ocean and coastline, art and culture, and lantern festivals, connecting popular events and...
Beyond the Monster Village: Nantou’s New Attraction, Momotaro Village, Unveiled
It’s no longer just about the Monster Village in Xitou—Nantou’s brand-new themed attraction, “Taiwan Film City Momotaro Village,” is set to officially open on January 29. The entire film city spans a vast area of 5.8 hectares, where you can find...
Ultra-realistic maglev train simulator makes its debut — fulfill your railway dreams by taking the wheel
Travelers visiting Japan often include a rail journey in their itinerary. This time, railway enthusiasts don’t need to fly all the way to Japan — the ‘Grand Railway Exhibition’ is right here at Taipei’s Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The exhibition brings precious models from four major Japanese railway companies: JR Central, JR East, Keikyu, and Seibu...