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Adorably delightful – LINE STORE launches Brown & Cony Cup Charms
LINE fans, get ready to scream with excitement. Korea’s LINE has collaborated with Finnish brand Arabia to release three limited-edition character-themed cup sets, each coming with Brown and Cony cup charms that are bursting with cuteness – surely set to spark another wave of...
Stroll through the calla lily fields & pick 6 romantic trails
The annual Zhuqi Lake Calla Lily Festival is expected to kick off on March 18. Zhuqi Lake is internationally renowned for its sea of calla lilies and has been awarded the LivCom International Award for the Most Livable Community. It's a must-visit destination for many foreign travelers...
Terrifying New Attraction: Norway Builds a Suspended Triangular Viewing Platform
When it comes to must-visit countries in the world, Norway is definitely on the list. Whether it’s the breathtaking fjords and glacial landscapes or the stunning beauty of the Northern Lights, they never fail to amaze. To allow travelers to experience the scenic charm of Norway, ...
Exclusively for Women: Tokyo’s New Shopping Mecca NEWoMan Makes Its Debut
In spring 2016, Tokyo’s new shopping mall exclusively designed for women, NEWoMan, is expected to officially open on March 25. As a new brand under the LUMINE Group, the NEWoMan mall is located at JR...
This 7-Eleven is different – a magical cat-themed mural that’s super healing
For many foreign tourists, finding 24-hour convenience stores everywhere is one of the most charming features of traveling in Taiwan. But to locals, convenience stores have long become an everyday sight, with...
A Must-See Breathtaking White Wonder: Tateyama Kurobe Opens for the Season
The renowned Japanese tourist attraction “Tateyama Kurobe,” familiar to many Japan travel enthusiasts, has announced that it will open for the season on April 16 this year. This “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route,” which becomes a popular sightseeing path every April...
Romantic Sakura Rain: 2016 South Korea Cherry Blossom Forecast Released
In spring, aside from Japan, South Korea—also located at a similar mid-latitude—boasts equally breathtaking cherry blossom scenes. The Korea Tourism Organization recently released the nationwide cherry blossom forecast. Due to weather conditions, the 2016 cherry blossom season...
Pilgrimage Journey: Paulo Coelho's Life Reversal
Paulo Coelho’s life is even more legendary than the worlds he created in his books. The most influential Latin American master of humanistic novels, Paulo Coelho, has captivated over 150 countries worldwide since 1988 with *The Alchemist*...
Pop-Up Trip to Hong Kong: Don’t Miss These 5 Must-Buy Souvenirs
If you want to make the most of a short vacation abroad, Hong Kong is a great choice—not only does the city boast unique urban scenery, but it also offers a diverse range of food and shopping brands. So what are the must-buy authentic souvenirs in Hong Kong? Here’s a roundup...
Live in an Oriental Landscape Painting – The One Nanyuan Humanities Inn
Escape the city and arrive at The One Nanyuan Humanities Inn, nestled in the mountains of Hsinchu. With its classic Chinese architecture built in harmony with the surrounding landscape, the breathtaking scenery makes you feel as if you've wandered into a hidden paradise. The...
Nintendo Enters Japan's Universal Studios with Mario-Themed Attraction
The renowned Japanese game company Nintendo has announced its entry into Osaka Universal Studios, planning to invest 40 billion yen to create a Nintendo-themed area called “Mario area” before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
World’s Most Beautiful Street: Tainan’s Kapok Avenue in Fiery Bloom
Tainan’s Baihe Lincupi Kapok Avenue gained fame after being listed among the world’s 15 most beautiful flower tunnel streets by foreign media. It attracts numerous visitors every blooming season. This year, the buds are even more abundant than before, and the blooming scenery is highly anticipated...
The Phalaenopsis Orchid Exhibition at the Shilin Official Residence Features Hundreds of Blooming Orchids
The Shilin Official Residence’s “Orchid Exhibition” at the New Orchid Pavilion kicked off on March 12th. Visitors can admire over 400 Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium orchids representing as many as 18 varieties. Whether grand orchid arrangements or delicate...
So cheap ! Low-cost carrier launches flights—just NT$288 one-way to Osaka
Vanilla Air announced daily round-trip flights between Taipei and Osaka starting April 27. To celebrate the inaugural flight, Vanilla Air began selling promotional tickets for NT$288 Taipei-Osaka and ... from 18:00 on March 15.
An ultra-exciting experience: a fully transparent slide descending 300 meters through the air
The U.S. Bank Tower in Los Angeles, the tallest skyscraper west of Chicago, has recently unveiled an incredibly thrilling glass slide. This slide is located outside the windows of the 70th and 69th floors of the building...
Cherry Blossom Beauty Beyond Tokyo: Sakado’s Kawazu-zakura and Sakura Avenues Make a Stunning Debut
Many people love traveling to Japan to see cherry blossoms. In addition to popular tourist destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, where cherry blossom spots are top choices for travelers, as people visit Japan more frequently, many begin exploring lesser-known cherry blossom sites outside the major cities...
Welcome Spring by Picking Strawberries: A Relaxing Little Trip to Neihu
No need to go all the way to Dahu in Miaoli to pick strawberries — the Taipei Neihu Strawberry Season has begun. Combined with nearby attractions, you can enjoy a leisurely weekend getaway, with activities such as flower viewing, strawberry picking, and afternoon tea making your one-day urban trip even more fulfilling. Aside from strawberry picking...
Unwind for an afternoon at Japan’s five most beautiful Starbucks stores
The American coffeehouse giant “Starbucks” has expanded its footprint across the globe, with over 1,000 locations in Japan alone. Many of these feature designs that integrate local environments and cultural aesthetics, transforming coffee shops into more than just places to grab a drink—they become unique sights along your journey. Here are five of the most stunning Starbucks stores in Japan. If you’re traveling in Japan, be sure to slow down, enjoy a cup of coffee, and admire the beautifully designed Starbucks outlets.
Video of Kumamon’s Onsen Break Exposes Secret Rules of Soaking
The popular mascot “Kumamon” may not speak, but his hilarious antics effortlessly capture everyone’s attention. Recently, to promote Kyushu’s hot spring tourism, Kumamon visited Aso Nekoma Onsen to film...
Experts teach you how to photograph the Alishan steam train under cherry blossom trees
With the arrival of Alishan’s flower season, the Alishan Forest Railway also operates special services featuring a black locomotive pulling four cypress wood carriages. If you want to capture the moving scenery of a steam train passing beneath cherry blossoms during the bloom, Huang Yuan-ming, a teacher at Xianglin Elementary School who has long shared Alishan scenery on the internet...