Travel
Stellar Lineup: A Cross-Disciplinary Exhibition of Music × Creativity × Space × AR
"STAY REAL LIFE #Proof of Presence" invites seven cross-disciplinary creators, spanning music, public aesthetics, trend design, street art, and more, to reflect on their creative journeys...
10th Anniversary of High-Speed Rail Operation – Popular Commemorative Ticket Card Set
Taiwan High-Speed Rail has been in operation since January 5, 2007, and this January 5 marks its 10th anniversary. To celebrate this joyous occasion, the high-speed rail company invites passengers and railway enthusiasts to share and preserve these once-in-a-decade precious memories...
Taiwan’s first government-sector robot, Pepper, makes a fun debut at its interview
As the tech wave sweeps the globe, Pingtung County held a job interview for robots on January 3, with County Magistrate Pan Meng-an personally serving as the interviewer. The applicant immediately became the center of attention under the spotlight upon entering, with its sleek lines and flexible...
Presidential Office announces Uber regulations New penalties to take effect
On the 4th, the Presidential Office announced an amendment to the Highway Act, known as the so-called Uber clauses. According to the Central Regulation Standards Act, the clauses will take effect three days after being published by the Presidential Office, which means the new...
Everyone is Mozart — Taiwan’s First Piano Floor
Taiwan has no shortage of creative ideas for community revitalization. Beyond the recent popular trends of community murals and space renovations, Cisheng Park in Sanchong District, New Taipei City, has installed a sunny floor piano that adds an artistic touch to an otherwise dull...
Dreamy Akita Through IG Lenses: Experience Japan’s Four Seasons
Japan’s stunning scenery and culture have always been beloved by Taiwanese people and have long been a popular travel destination. This time, we’re introducing you to Akita, located in Japan’s Tohoku region. Akita Prefecture offers a unique charm in every season—spring...
Ride against the wind to enjoy the night view of Kaohsiung Harbor – Taiwan’s most beautiful aerial bike path
Cycling along while admiring the night scenery of Kaohsiung Harbor and feeling the breeze is a truly refreshing experience. Kaohsiung’s second bicycle bridge, Qianzhen Star, is designed as a romantic starlit skywalk exclusively for cyclists and pedestrians...
Breathtakingly Abandoned: The World’s Six Most Deserted Islands
The world is filled with a diverse array of attractions, both man-made and natural, all of which are awe-inspiring. This time, we’re highlighting some of the most abandoned islands around the globe—places forsaken due to natural disasters, nuclear testing...
A Parisian Seine-like view: Liuchuan River, a new hotspot in Taichung
In recent years, the government has been continuously creating magical landmarks and attractions in Taiwan. Aside from optimizing space utilization, these redevelopment projects also focus on energy conservation, environmental protection, and ecological friendliness—all aimed at building Taiwan into a green-energy city and an international landmark. Recently, Taichung...
New JiMi-themed attraction in Taitung: Limited-time wishing children spread positivity
JiMi-themed installations have become increasingly popular in recent years, with healing artworks by JiMi spotted all over Taiwan. Now, eight wishing children have been installed in Taitung, designed based on JiMi’s concepts to offer both reflective and uplifting public art...
The behind-the-scenes team of Mayday’s concerts creates an 8,000-ping quirky playground
Created and launched in Kaohsiung by Mayday’s post-production team, “8T? Funland” is an 8,000-ping (approximately 26,400 square meters) all-new concept playground that offers 45 days of joyful and fun parent-child activities, catering to children aged 0 to 12...
A Japanese-Style Old House Transformed: A Hidden Café in the City
Renovating old houses and repurposing spaces have become an eco-friendly trend in recent years. Especially when it comes to transforming historical buildings, it not only preserves their original historical charm but also adds a touch of artistic flair. Located within the cultural and creative hub of Yunxin Douliu, the concave...
Eye-catching street-side store with unique design Taiwan’s first Dozo Sushi outlet
The well-known Japanese conveyor belt sushi chain, Dozo Sushi, has been a popular spot drawing long queues since it debuted in Taiwan in 2014. Its sixth branch is set to open in Taichung, making it the first street-side store in Taiwan designed with the look of a traditional Japanese dozō (earthen storehouse)...
Unagi Don from Nihonbashi Tamai Makes Its Debut in Taiwan – A Specialized Restaurant for Freshwater Eel Cuisine
Recently, an increasing number of Japanese restaurants are opening their first overseas branches in Taiwan, ranging from conveyor belt sushi to tonkatsu and more.
Must-have new list for matcha lovers – Delicious thousand-layer cakes that sell out in seconds
With the continuous wave of matcha latte popularity, the 2016 national favorite drink must surely be 50岚’s matcha latte. Aside from layered drinks, the matcha thousand-layer cake was also one of the big hits in 2016, and many shops...
Experience Taiwan-style travel in depth – Experts teach you how to play with creative living
When travelers are no longer content to simply be passive observers, to meet the needs of in-depth tourists, it’s no longer enough to just offer surface-level food, fun, and entertainment. Many industries in Taiwan have also come to realize that only by...
LC Cookware Convenience Store Points Campaign Heats Up – Microwave Lunch Boxes with Caution
Since late 2016, the convenience store points campaign has drawn significant attention. LC Cookware utensils, lunch boxes, placemats, and other items have been popular for redemption. Even travelers visiting Taiwan during the New Year period took this opportunity to earn and redeem points. However, due to the material of the lunch boxes...
The Harbor Arts Center boasts a classic Chinese imperial style, making you feel as if you're in a poetic landscape painting.
Built to promote Taichung’s rich cultural heritage, the Harbor Arts Center showcases the city’s artistic charm to the entire country. Located in Qingshui, the center is nestled between mountains and water—east of Aofeng Mountain, west of Taichung Harbor, ...
Aurora Illusion Stonehenge – Filming Location of Star Wars: Rogue One
The Star Wars film series has always been a classic masterpiece for science fiction fans. Since 1977, it has opened up new horizons in global sci-fi, and apart from its captivating special effects, the alien wilderness scenes are particularly eye-catching. In December...
China Airlines pilots' strike continues as negotiations break down, harming passenger rights and prompting ground staff protests
China Airlines' two-day strike on the 8th and 9th led to the cancellation of 31 flights, with over 50 flights canceled cumulatively by February 10. At 3 PM on February 9, negotiations between the China Airlines Pilots Union and the airline at the Ministry of Transportation yielded no results...