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The most beautiful scenery in Taiwan is the “waves” — world-class coastal views are simply stunning.
Taitung, known as the “back garden” of Taiwan, boasts the country’s longest continuous coastline stretching 176 kilometers, along with two offshore islands — Green Island and Orchid Island. It has great potential for developing marine-related recreation and extreme sports. This time...
Gateway to Hogwarts Hankyu’s Mysterious Ticket Gate Sparks Online Buzz
Hankyu Railway is one of the key public transport options for residents in Osaka, and recently, a topic has gone viral online — a mysterious ticket gate. This automated ticket gate is located in the underground passage connecting the up and down platforms at Hankyu Nishinomiya Station in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture...
The First Huashan Cultural and Creative Parent-Child Summer Event: Tales from the Heart, Music, and Movement
Huashan 1914 Cultural and Creative Park launched its first parent-child performing arts event, centered around originality and featuring programs suitable for children of all ages. Parents are invited to bring their kids to the theater to enjoy a good story...
Starbucks Launches Mango Pudding – Must-Try Dessert: Matcha Chocolate
Japan has entered the battle of summer desserts, with various brands rolling out seasonal sweets and drinks to attract customers. Following its cherry blossom and matcha puddings, Japanese Starbucks has introduced a limited-edition mango pudding for the summer, priced at 320 yen per serving, which has...
Must-shoot installation art on the East Coast: Jimmy Liao meets painted wooden sheep
With casual luggage and a cheerful mood, I came along the eastern coastline in search of the legendary drifting wooden sheep perched on wave-dissipating blocks. Now, let’s go with my photography eyes～...
Taiwan’s Longest Suspension Bridge: Taiping Cloud Ladder Begins Trial Operation in July
Taiwan’s longest suspension bridge, the “Taiping Cloud Ladder,” is expected to be completed in July, enter trial operation in August, and officially open in September. The bridge in Taiping, Chiayi, spans 281 meters, making it longer than the 262-meter Shan Chuan Glass Bridge in Pingtung, and the 204-meter Sky Bridge in Nantou. Once completed, the Taiping Cloud Ladder will be the longest suspension bridge in Taiwan. Situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters, it offers breathtaking panoramic mountain views, including the famous Meishan 36 Hairpin Curve.
Must-buy and must-eat souvenirs in Japan – Traditional confectionery with matcha from the long-established Nakamura Tokichi
The Japanese long-established brand “Nakamura Tokichi Main Store,” founded in 1854, is famous for its meals and desserts made with traditional Japanese tea, richly aromatic matcha, and sencha. It has continued its over 150-year-old Japanese tea tradition...
Limited daily supply of Italian gelato Freshly made with endless queues of visitors
Gelato has become popular regardless of the weather. Since opening in the cold season, the Italian gelato shop Gelato Kisses in Taipei’s Ximending area has maintained steady popularity. The queues have grown even longer as the weather warms up...
A time-travel romantic suspense film — A love story intertwined by fate
Another romantic time-travel masterpiece following *About Time* — *2:22*. When director Paul Currie heard this captivating and mysterious story, he actively pursued it and brought the script to the big screen. Paul said: "I saw many...
Occasionally skip work to indulge yourself — Top 6 small trips in northern Taiwan
Urban dwellers are under constant work pressure every day, and the accumulated fatigue can only be properly relieved on weekends or during holidays. But what if you could take a leave or skip work one day, set aside the mountain of tasks, and indulge yourself just once...
Kaga Ryokan Summer Cooling Event: Geisha Elegance and Refreshing Banquets for a Cool Delight
"The trees cast deep shade in the lush summer; the towers reflect in the pond’s still light." How should one spend these sweltering summer days? The Nikken Sekkei Kaga Ryokan has prepared a series of quintessentially Japanese summer cooling experiences. Come and immerse yourself to create truly unforgettable...
Weekly Weather Forecast: Beware of Afternoon Thunderstorms as Temperatures Rise This Week
On Monday the 19th, influenced by a stationary front and southwest winds; on the 20th, the front moves north to the northern seas of Taiwan with continued southwest winds, bringing brief showers or thunderstorms to western regions, and isolated brief showers to eastern areas, with some chance of localized...
Tainan Rural "No Rice, No Fun" — Experience Rice Culture While Having Fun
On June 24, the Tainan City No Rice, No Fun Rice Promotion Association held the "2017 No Rice, No Fun Golden Joy of Rice" creative rice cuisine competition and harvesting experience event, themed around healthy, nutritious, and delicious rice-inspired dishes, and allowing...
Summer is here—head to beachfront paradises. Top 5 beach hotels in Asia handpicked for you
As summer approaches, heading to the beach for a cool escape is a great choice for travelers looking to beat the heat. To that end, Booking.com, a leading online platform for hotel and accommodation bookings, has specially selected 5 of the best beach hotels in Asia...
Silversea Cruises' Asia Luxury & Boutique Cruise – Stay at The Peninsula Tokyo
Silversea Cruises proudly announces its collaboration with The Peninsula Hotels, elevating the premium highlights of its 73-day Asia-Pacific voyage aboard the brand-new flagship Silver Muse...
Powerpuff Girls Limited-Time Café Launches to Capture Family Market This Summer
Themed restaurants featuring cartoon characters are becoming increasingly popular in Taiwan. As trends shift, we must not forget the beloved Cartoon Network series "The Powerpuff Girls." The exterior of Xinyi’s Rock Space has...
A Nostalgic Railway Journey: Must-Visit Spots at Three Major Stations – Your Ultimate Food, Fun & Travel Guide
Taiwan’s railway charm is filled with nostalgia and retro vibes. Coupled with its geographical setting of being surrounded by seas and mountain ranges, train rides here offer picturesque and beautiful scenery. The Neiwan Line in Hsinchu, stretching approximately 28 kilometers, is a highly popular...
Catch the Last of the Hydrangea Bloom: Six Scenic Spots for Mountain Flowers & Cuisine
Farmers in the Zhuzihhu area have diversified into the flower industry. In addition to calla lilies, the region’s cool, humid climate and slightly acidic soil are particularly well-suited for growing hydrangeas. The government also subsidizes farmers to cultivate hydrangea seedlings, and the number of local growers has been steadily increasing...
Large birdcage installation art & IG-worthy campus with artistic vibes
The design-forward installation art is one of the recent internet-favorite subjects to photograph, with its artistic compositions in the background that can attract many viewers on IG. Located in Guandu, Beitou, Taipei National University of the Arts...
Stunning Hydrangea Blooms on Yangmingshan Mountain Official IG Post Hits 1 Million Likes
Hydrangea spots in Taiwan have drawn increasing attention from visitors in recent years, with many new farms cultivating these flowers. As a result, travelers no longer need to travel to Japan (where they’re known as ajisai) to admire hydrangeas—they can enjoy and photograph these blooms locally.