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A Promise on the Mountain: The Tsou Traditional Wedding at Alishan
Where is the most special place to get married? Taiwan is blessed with abundant natural resources, and there’s no better backdrop than its mountainous landscapes to witness love — especially a moment that is both unforgettable and deeply meaningful. Join Adventurer King as he heads to Alishan to take part in a Tsou...
Follow the Path of the Underdog to Hidden Gems – A Look Inside the K-Drama’s Filming Locations
Korean pop culture has taken the world by storm, with dramas, music, and other entertainment topics consistently capturing global attention. The hit K-drama “Path of the Underdog” recently aired its season finale, achieving a final episode viewership rating of 13.8%—a new record high for the series...
The Universiade painted train is the most shared — check the schedule before boarding
The Universiade-painted carriages, launched in collaboration between the Universiade and Taipei Metro, have sparked sharing and discussion. Many people want to ride them, but you might not necessarily catch a Universiade train when taking the Green Line. Since there is only one Universiade-painted train...
180-degree panoramic views Top 5 Southeast Asian-style restaurants in Taiwan
Themed restaurants are becoming increasingly diverse and popular in Taiwan. Enjoying delicious meals while overlooking breathtaking scenery is a truly relaxing experience. Here are the top five Southeast Asian-style restaurants across Taiwan, offering not only incredibly creative and flavorful dishes...
Essential Guide for Artistic Free Travelers: 5 Must-Visit Cultural and Creative Markets in Thailand
Thailand is not only known for its beautiful islands and beaches, but also boasts a long history, unique culture, and one of its most distinctive features—its religious faith. In recent years, the cultural and creative industry in Thailand has developed rapidly, with its rich cultural heritage fueling a vibrant...
Golden rice seas paint the coastline – The spectacular beauty of Xinshe Terraces
The endless blue sea is a feast for the eyes, while the boundless expanse of rice fields can make all worries vanish. When these two breathtaking sceneries come together, they create a truly awe-inspiring sight. Located in Xinshe Township, Fengbin District, Hualien, Xinshe Terraces...
A Light Rail Journey through Tainan – Experience the Charm of Yanshui Town
Yanshui is one of Taiwan’s ancient towns, with Han Chinese settlers arriving even before Zheng Zhilong came to Taiwan in the late Ming Dynasty. Located at the estuaries of the Jishuei River and Bajhang River, Yanshui’s Yuejin Harbor once welcomed sea vessels from mainland China. In its early days, the area was bustling with merchants...
The world's first Rilakkuma Tea House: A heartwarming Japanese-style haven lands in Taiwan
"Healing-themed Rilakkuma," beloved by numerous fans in Taiwan, opened the world’s first Japanese-themed restaurant, Rilakkuma Tea House, on July 21. The Rilakkuma Tea House fully embodies...
Not just Kyoto Machiya tatami – Japan’s eight must-visit Starbucks
The American coffeehouse chain "Starbucks" has a global presence, with over 1,000 locations in Japan alone. In addition to the newly opened Machiya Starbucks in Kyoto, there are many stores that incorporate...
In summer, everyone comes here for ice cream — Taiwan’s top six unique ice shops
As the scorching summer heat intensifies day by day, eating ice becomes a beloved summer activity to beat the heat. Whenever people spot an ice shop with a long queue or come across unique ice treats, they can’t help but want to give them a try. But which ice shop is the hottest...
Tsutaya Books Announces Second Store: Design Pop-Up Concept Store and Café Introduce New Dishes
Taiwan’s first TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE in Xinyi District launched in January 2017, introducing a brand-new lifestyle shop in Taiwan with an authentic BOOK & CAFÉ STYLE format never seen before in the country...
Glass Beach: A Must-Visit Summer Destination Where Colorful Gems Scatter in a Hidden Paradise
Taiwan’s east coast is captivating and beautiful, with steep cliffs bordering the vast Pacific Ocean — one of the world’s rarest and most unique landscapes. The coastline of Yilan is home to many stunning hidden beach gems. In addition to well-known beaches such as Pink Bird Forest, ...
Real-life Noah's Ark – The World’s Most Unique Floating Villa
Dubai has become synonymous with luxury in recent years, continuously creating architectural landmarks that are among the best in the world. In addition to having the tallest tower globally, it is also planning to build the world’s most unique floating villas. Proposed by Dubai-based Kleindienst ...
The world’s best-designed bridge is in Taiwan; Taiwanese architect earns international recognition again
Recently, a well-known British architecture platform website selected the world’s top five best-designed bridges, one of which is the elevated walkway at the Tung Ho Steel Administration Center in Taoyuan. This architectural bridge, completed in 2012, was designed by a renowned Taiwanese architect...
Welcome to Monster Island: Macaron Photo Ops & Dinosaur AR Experience
The most anticipated "2017 New Taipei City Children's Art Festival" for both kids and adults will take place at the New Taipei City Civic Plaza from August 4 to August 13. This year’s festival, themed "Welcome to Monster Island," will transform the civic plaza into...
Weekly Weather Forecast: Three Tropical Systems Forming, Pay Attention to Typhoon Nesat (No. 9)
As summer arrives, it is the peak season for frequent typhoons. Recently, three tropical systems have successively formed. Due to the influence of peripheral circulation, strong winds are expected over the sea. Vessels sailing or operating near the waters of the central and western Spratly Islands should exercise particular caution, with maximum gusts reaching Force 10. Southern and central Taiwan...
August is here ! Chiayi’s new landmark — the KANO Observation Sphere
The “KANO Baseball Park” next to Chiayi City Baseball Stadium will officially open on August 6, and one of its major highlights is the giant KANO observation sphere made of aluminum alloy, with a diameter of five meters, weighing four metric tons, and costing NT$4.4 million...
Aerial view of Taichung’s new打卡 landmark – Mini Egg Baseball Park cultural & creative park
Taichung has a new打卡 landmark: the Mini Egg multifunctional sports center next to the Intercontinental Baseball Stadium. This first-ever baseball-themed sports and leisure park in Taiwan, built with hundreds of millions of investment and taking seven years to complete, officially opened on the 23rd. The park is located...
Don’t just visit the Gongliao Sea Festival — take a stunning mountain-and-sea day trip in Northeast Taiwan
New Taipei City’s Gongliao District boasts some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in all of Taiwan, including the unique "Nanya Rock Formations" shaped by sea erosion; at the "Longdong Bay Marine Park," you can swim with marine life and enjoy both scuba diving and snorkeling...
Not Just GODIVA Cake Rolls – Six Must-Buy Sweet Treats at Japan’s Convenience Stores
These days, you don’t have to visit department stores or queue up at famous patisseries to enjoy delicious desserts in Japan. There are plenty of sweet surprises hidden in the convenience stores you see on every street corner. Compared to those upscale patisseries, convenience store desserts offer great value for money. So, what are the must-buy and must-try sweet treats? We’ve rounded up six popular ones you shouldn’t miss—grab your notebook and take notes now!