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Sip on black tea aged to perfection with classical music & don’t miss our starry, luminescent hand-shaken must-try
A popular hand-shaken drink shop in Taichung — Taiwan Leimeng has sparked a craze with its incredibly dreamy starry sky-themed cup drinks. Not only do they feature unique visuals that attract many netizens to take photos and check in, but the quality of the tea drinks is also meticulously crafted. They insist on making each drink to order, emphasizing natural healthiness by using only fresh, non-toxic lemons delivered directly from the source within 72 hours, creating vibrant and eye-catching hand-shaken beverages with all-natural ingredients. Meanwhile, Leimeng Tea House has recently undergone a renovation. The second-generation store not only boasts an interior full of European classical style, but even the black tea is “awakened” under the influence of classical music. Their signature Refreshing Black Tea is made from leaves stored in a dedicated tea warehouse, kept in a controlled temperature and humidity environment for a year-long aging process, then “awakened” with classical music and negative ion air to enhance its long-lasting aroma.
Tree-lined Avenue × Pink Tabebuia: A Romantic Sight Rivaling Japan’s Iconic University Scenery
Located at National Chung Hsing University in Taichung, strolling along the banks of the Green Stream in spring not only allows you to admire the lush green lawns but also witness the magenta tabebuia trees bursting into bloom like vibrant floral balls. The pink blossoms intermingle with the emerald-green...
Travel accommodation budgets in Japan rise as more cities impose lodging taxes
Travelers planning to visit Osaka should take note: The Osaka city government has announced that starting July 1, the accommodation tax will be extended to include guesthouses and homestays. Any guest staying at such accommodations will be subject to the tax if their nightly rate per person exceeds 10,000 Japanese yen...
Danhai Light Rail Meets Jimmy Liao: Custom-Made Large-Scale Public Art
The public art along the Green Mountain Line of New Taipei City’s Danhai Light Rail invites renowned artist Jimmy Liao to create “Close Your Eyes for a Moment.” All 11 stations along the line will be transformed into Jimmy Liao’s picture books. Jimmy Liao and New Taipei City Mayor Eric Chu jointly held a press conference to unveil the works, welcoming visitors to ride a train filled with imagination, hope, and dreams. Jimmy Liao expressed gratitude to New Taipei City for providing such a creative space, hoping these artworks can add more color to each station and inspire greater imagination in the new urban area.
The spectacular Lover’s Bridge × million-dollar night view – a romantic countryside day trip
Aside from world-class premium coffee, Yunlin’s Gukeng also boasts many romantic spots and gardens, making it an ideal area for dates and short getaways. In the morning, you can start with a newly opened romantic attraction – Gukeng’s Pink Castle, to take...
Leaving Luggage at Cafés: A New Convenience for Travelers in Japan
Worrying about dragging your suitcase around while waiting to check into your accommodation—or struggling to find a locker—is a common issue for many travelers abroad. To address such inconveniences...
Miniature World Super Healing – The God of Miniatures, Tanaka Tatsuya, Brings His Exhibition to Taiwan
The God of Japanese Miniature Art – Artist and photographer Tanaka Tatsuya has been creating one fascinating and delightful miniature world photo per day since 2011, earning him an Instagram following that has now...
Mahogany Tunnel – A Must-Photograph Leaf-Carpeted Pathway
There are only five species of mahogany in the world, among which Taiwan commonly has the small-leaf and large-leaf varieties. On the median strip between Section 2 and Section 3 of Shixian Road in Chiayi City, over a thousand large-leaf mahogany trees are planted. In spring...
A mountain blanketed in blooming cherry blossoms A hidden gem along the cherry blossom corridor
Pingjing Street Lane 42, a popular cherry blossom spot in Yangmingshan, attracts numerous visitors every cherry blossom season to pay homage. Strolling along the road lined with blooming cherry blossoms, the romantic scenery brings a sense of relaxation to both body and mind, making it one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Greater Taipei...
Taiwan's next iconic landmark designed by a legendary architect
Spanning the mouth of the Tamsui River, Taiwan’s third-largest river, and featuring the second combined railway and road structure in Taiwan, the still-under-construction Tamsui River Bridge (淡江大桥) began its first phase of construction in 2014. The Tamsui sunset is a classic nostalgic spot for Taiwanese people and also...
Aerial view of magenta trumpet trees in full bloom Pink hues cover urban parks
Aside from the pink cherry blossom seas, the explosion-like blooms of magenta trumpet trees also make for a romantic floral experience. Located in Dazhi Park in East District, Taichung City, here you can see the trumpet trees in full bloom surrounding the walking paths. The entire...
Stinky Tofu × Crispy Skin Soup Dumplings – A Must-Try Bursting Delight
Soup dumplings have become one of Taiwan’s iconic foods, with Din Tai Fung being the most well-known. However, aside from Din Tai Fung’s world-famous xiaolongbao, Taipei is also home to many delicious soup dumplings that rival those of Din Tai Fung. Located on Leli Road in Taipei...
Modern Light and Shadow Aesthetics Emerge in an Old Street: Taiwan’s First Comfort Women Memorial Hall
Since 1992, Taiwan’s Women’s Rescue Foundation has carried out investigations and related work concerning Taiwanese comfort women during wartime, which gave rise to a dream — to find a venue that could document and preserve the life stories of the comfort women “grannies,” and to…
The Goddess Mazu Takes a Train Ride: A 32-Meter Statue Crafted Over 20 Years
Folk beliefs are a major feature of local culture in Taiwan. Due to the island's geographical characteristic of being surrounded by sea and frequent maritime activities, the sea goddess Mazu is one of the most widely worshipped deities among Taiwanese people. With the flourishing of faith culture, there are...
The film festival has received unanimous praise for the fantasy comedy "A Thousand Hours."
The latest fantasy work by Oscar-nominated director Virgil Widrich — *A Thousand Hours* — is another hilarious underworld comedy following [*What We Do in the Shadows*]. The main roles are played by Laurence Rupp and Amira Casar...
Luminous Glass × Sky Garden Night View – The World’s First Suspended Green Building
With over 70 years of history, the Kaohsiung Municipal Library has weathered the trials of World War II bombings and relocations. Today, there are 59 branches across Kaohsiung, with the main library undergoing a complete redesign in 2011 and reopening in 2014 as a...
Hollyhock blooms in vibrant splendor, exuding a majestic palace-style charm
The flower-filled Spring Flower Expo Park is a riot of colors, and hollyhocks are also in full, passionate bloom. After getting off at Yuanshan MRT Station, walk across the expansive lawn slope of the landscaped flower sea area, follow the winding path to the front of the celebrity hall with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic, and before you unfolds...
Upgraded Tsutaya Bookstore × Ultimate Shopping Mall – Japan’s Newest Shopping Landmark
A large-scale development project in Ginza, GINZA SIX, is led by the parent company of Japan’s renowned old brand Daimaru Matsuzakaya, along with major urban redevelopment groups and Sumitomo Corporation...
Purple Dream Cafe – A Romantic Explosion of Wisteria Blossoms
As the pink cherry blossom season draws to a close, the wisteria flowers that follow bring a storm of purple romance. Wisteria blossoms across Taiwan have entered full bloom, and wisteria-themed cafes are riding the wave of popularity. In addition to the popular New Taipei attraction, the Wisteria Cafe Garden...
Surrounded by mountains, a hidden paradise – A four-seasons dream forest resort
Miaoli’s Nanzhuang boasts beautiful mountains and waters with enchanting scenery, making it an ideal destination for visitors to connect with nature. Yunshui Vacation Forest is nestled in Dongjiang Tribe, Nanjiang Village, Nanzhuang Township, embraced by mountains and encircled by the Donghe River, resembling a hidden fairyland...