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Typhoon Megi Approaches: Taiwan Rail and High-Speed Rail Service Suspensions
Due to the approach of Typhoon Megi, Taiwan High Speed Rail announced that all services will be suspended on September 27 (Tuesday). As for September 28 (Wednesday), the high-speed rail operator continues to monitor the latest developments of the typhoon and assess its impact on the entire line...
McDonald’s Century Collaboration Dessert – Launches Morinaga Milk Caramel Milkshake
McDonald’s launches new products to create buzz and attract customers, especially in Japan where the brand is particularly inventive. The McSWEETS series is McDonald’s dessert line in Japan, featuring desserts, drinks, and cakes—all...
Japan’s Bestselling Blockbuster “Your Name” Opens in Taiwan
The hottest topic in Japan right now is the animated film hailed as a “masterpiece” – Your Name (Kimi no Na wa)! This animated movie is the latest work from acclaimed Japanese animation director Makoto Shinkai, telling a touching and bittersweet love story. The film brings together the creative teams behind classics like Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, and Naruto to craft fantastical yet vividly realistic scenes. The delicate artwork breathes life into its characters, making them leap off the screen and into the hearts of fans.
A Relaxing Trip to Wanggu Trail Station & the Breathtaking Beauty of a Hidden Waterfall
Among the more well-known waterfall attractions on the Pingxi Line, Shifen Waterfall is a popular choice. However, many people don’t realize that Wanggu Station and Wanggu Waterfall, both accessible via the Wanggu Trail, are also well worth a visit.
Friendly ties between Taiwan and Japan railways: The Tze-Chiang Limited Express gets a dazzling makeover as an East Railways gold train
Taiwan Railways (TRA) and Japan's East Railways officially formed a railway friendship alliance on December 18, 2015. In addition to launching commemorative friendship rail tickets (on sale until February 29, 2016), the TRA’s Pingxi Line one-day pass...
Ippudo Ramen officially opens stores in Taiwan and sets up a noodle factory in Taiwan
The long-rumored expansion of Ippudo Ramen to Taiwan had remained just talk without any action, but this time, Ippudo President Yasuhiro Yoshitomi finally confirmed plans to open a store in Taipei, Taiwan. ...
Hotel Sea View × Fashion Beauty: A Purple Lover’s Must-Try Fantasy Afternoon Tea
The fashion and beauty brand ANNA SUI has once again collaborated with a renowned hotel to launch a romantic and magical-themed afternoon tea. Inspired by the "Lucky Wish Lucky Sprite Eau de Toilette," this afternoon tea is jointly presented with Hong Kong’s Sheraton Hotel...
The former Jinsha Department Store is reborn as an international-level accommodation: Taichung Le Méridien L'Parc
In the autumn of 2016, continuous typhoons hit the region, with Typhoon Megi (No. 17) bringing particularly fierce winds and heavy rain. Among the damage, scaffolding at the high-rise building of the former Jinsha Department Store near Taichung Railway Station collapsed, creating a shocking scene that left two people injured...
2016 Taichung Old Town Life Festival A Must-Visit Micro-Tour of Hidden Alleys for the Culturally Curious
The 2015 "Nice to Meet You, Taichung" Old Town Life Festival sparked discussions on urban regeneration, neighborhood creativity, and civic participation. Through carefully designed activities and guided tours, it catered to diverse participants and offered multiple...
Typhoon No. 18 Wipha heading north may affect Japan; Typhoon No. 19 likely to form
Typhoon Megi has just moved away, and Typhoon No. 18 Wipha has subsequently formed. Fortunately, before it approaches Taiwan, it will be guided by the Pacific high-pressure airflow and shift its path northward, remaining about 2,000 kilometers away from Taiwan. More details about its trajectory will become clearer on October 2. If the future path continues to shift north, its impact on Taiwan is also expected to lessen. However, it will pose a threat to Japan. Travelers and businesspeople heading to Japan in the coming week should pay close attention to local weather conditions and flight updates.
Hello Kitty Happy Carnival – Super Cute Theme Games and Fun with Sanrio Stars
The globally popular idol Hello Kitty, along with many other Sanrio characters, brings fans a grand exhibition event “Hello Kitty Go Around!! Ha...
Gudetama Five-Star Chef Restaurant Begins Trial Operation with Reservations Open
Themed restaurants have become a new trend in the food industry, and the long-awaited Gudetama-themed restaurant has finally announced its official trial operation schedule. It will begin trial operations on October 8, 2016, with reservations starting on October 5. Reservation methods include on-site waiting and online booking. On-site waiting numbers for the day are distributed starting at 11:00 AM (until all are given out), which is expected to spark another wave of queuing enthusiasm among Gudetama fans eager to be the first to try it.
Five classic monster KK Donuts: A Spooky Halloween Launch
Krispy Kreme launched five limited-edition Halloween-themed donuts on October 5, using creatively designed treats to captivate sweet-toothed customers in the competitive dessert market...
E-DA Theme Park Fantasy Fireworks Festival – Thrilling Fun on a 100-Ping Supercar Inflatable
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, E-DA Theme Park is offering special deals: buy two all-day tickets for just $999 from October 8 to 10, or enter after 1 PM for just $399. During the day, experience a 150-ping supercar inflatable for an exciting fat-burning workout...
Typhoon No. 19 forms; maritime warning issued
Typhoon No. 19 (not yet named internationally) has formed and intensified into a mild typhoon at 8:00 AM on October 5. The Central Weather Bureau issued a maritime warning at 11:30 AM on October 5. The typhoon center is currently located in the sea area to the southeast of Eluanbi...
BAKE Cheese Tart Expands Popularity with Southern Taiwan’s First Branch
Taiwan’s dessert market is worth as much as NT$5 billion. BAKE Cheese Tart, hugely popular in Japan and achieving excellent sales since arriving in Taiwan—reportedly selling one every two seconds—opened its first Taipei outlet at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi in mid-June 2016...
Experience autumn in the ancient capital without leaving Taipei – Kyoto’s popular gourmet fair
The “Autumn & Winter Japanese Style Kyoto Gourmet Fair” kicks off at Zhongxiao SOGO on October 4th. This annual event, which always generates buzz and draws large crowds of visitors and shoppers, allows fans of Japanese or Kyoto cuisine to enjoy a wide variety of delicacies from Kyoto all in one place—without having to leave the country...
Typhoon Aere (light strength) impacts: Beware of heavy rain this weekend
Typhoon Aere No. 19 (international name: AERE) is currently a light-strength typhoon. Although it has not made landfall in Taiwan, the maritime warning was lifted at 14:30 on the 6th. Affected by its peripheral circulation, rainfall has occurred across various parts of Taiwan. Regions such as Hualien-Taitung...
Dutch Village Flower Memory Windmill Festival in Holland Village Feel as if you’re in a tulip forest
The Dutch Village Flower Memory Windmill Festival at Deyuanpi Holland Village has kicked off. A highlight of this year’s windmill festival is the arrangement of 11 giant metal tulip flower structures ranging from 1.8 to 3 meters in height throughout the park, creating a fantastical experience akin to being inside a floral forest...
No More Koala Patrick at the Zoo – Beloved 19-Year-Old Passed Away
Taipei Zoo’s koala grandpa “Patrick” passed away at the age of 19 on the evening of October 10 at 17:59 due to multiple organ failure caused by aging. The koala “Patrick” arrived at Taipei Zoo...