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The park is snowing – Taiwan’s first-ever Christmas forest with 40% off for designated outfits
The romantic and heartwarming Christmas season is coming. Not only have department stores and streets across Taiwan decked out in festive decorations, but even theme parks are starting to see snowfall. Leofoo Village has this year created a brand-new “Dreamy White Christmas Village,” featuring Taiwan’s first-ever magical Christmas forest...
The year's biggest supermoon makes an appearance — don’t miss the final full moon of 2017
The astonishing astronomical phenomenon known as the "supermoon" will soon make its appearance, and it’s also the largest full moon of the year. The moon is the closest and easiest celestial body to observe. This year, it reaches the full moon position at 23:47 on December 3...
Flying can also include spa massages — Top 5 highlights of luxury first-class cabins worldwide
Taking a plane is the most common mode of transportation for international travel, and the treatment and services provided by airlines are crucial considerations for long-haul passengers. Since 2015, the number of first-class passengers worldwide has...
Get an Early Look at Disney’s Frozen Carnival: Six Highlights That Are Both Instagrammable and Fun
Authorized and guided by The Walt Disney Company Taiwan, and co-hosted by Beast Kingdom and Taipei 101, the “Frozen Carnival” officially opened on November 30, delivering this year’s most unique Christmas experience to consumers across Taiwan...
A 3D Art Wonderland Comparable to Jimmy Liao’s Fairy Tale Scenes – A New Hotspot in Yunlin
In recent years, the trend of 3D street art has taken off across Taiwan, with various themed installations popping up around the island. But a small village in Xiluo, Yunlin, offers something different from these painted walls. The Pitou Community in Xiluo has collaborated with local artists to create...
If you haven’t tried it, you’re not a true drink enthusiast — Top trending handmade drinks of 2017
As 2017 draws to a close, in the highly competitive market for handmade drinks, new brands keep emerging while existing ones continuously innovate. This year saw the rise of many new hit beverages, keeping drink lovers pleasantly surprised. The following introduces...
LINE pop-up container offers free stickers — a creative spot that's fun to explore and great for photos
To promote the latest "Photo Sticker" app and let everyone experience the joy of making stickers anytime, anywhere, LINE Originals collaborated with the Cultural and Creative Base Festival to set up a pop-up container at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. Not only can you...
Weekend dates? This is the place — Five hot spots in Yilan for a one-day trip
Known as "Little Europe," Yilan is not far from downtown Taipei. With its serene and picturesque scenery and atmosphere, it's a popular destination for travelers seeking a light trip and a favorite spot for couples on dates. Here are five popular...
MUJI’s East Asia Staff Selection Exhibition – Junya Ishigami’s Only Taiwan Lecture
This time, MUJI has done something different by holding the “My Found MUJI East Asia” exhibition at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. For the first time, it is a collaborative project involving staff from four East Asian countries: Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and South Korea...
Showcasing Winter’s Local Abundance Through Premium Ingredients – The Xiangyun Ryugin Winter Menu Is Breathtaking
“Winter is the best season to enjoy root vegetables, greens, and leafy produce. By combining different ingredients, their flavors can be highlighted even more,” says Chef Hieida of Xiangyun Ryugin. During his three years in Taiwan, the chef has been...
Travel with CHOCO: A LINE-themed Interactive Experience Perfect for Cute Photo Ops
Samsung has teamed up with LINE FRIENDS for a special winter collaboration, setting up an ultra-pink interactive pop-up store next to COMMUNE A7 at the Xinyi Container Mall. In addition to giant LINE FRIENDS plush figures for photos, there are plenty of interactive experiences and challenge activities to enjoy. The entire venue offers free admission, and you can even win official LINE FRIENDS merchandise!
Even Jun Ji-hyun came to pay homage—Champion Braised Pork Rice that keeps you going bowl after bowl
Taiwan is internationally renowned for its food and street snacks. Beyond xiaolongbao and bubble tea, braised pork rice is a must
Golden Maple and White Birch Trees Take Center Stage – Scenic Flower Spots Dressed in Gold
In addition to the annual autumn-winter Xinshe Flower Sea and romantic landscapes, the maple leaves and white birch trees at Muxinquan Leisure Farm in Taichung’s Xinshe District are now in full bloom and turning golden. Every autumn and winter, the maple leaves at Muxinquan are dyed golden by the sunlight...
Department store turns into Disney castle – giant Mickey and Minnie become must-photo Christmas attractions
To attract customers, department stores often launch numerous collaboration series, partnering with various cartoons to drive fans wild. This time, the leading name in the retail industry, SOGO Department Store, has integrated the spaces of all SOGO department stores across Taiwan...
Three Michelin-starred hopefuls unite: A new culinary hotspot not to be missed by foodies
Taichung is a popular tourist city in Taiwan and has recently been voted the second happiest city in the country by the younger generation. Many F&B businesses are also expanding into Taichung. Located on Taiwan Boulevard, the J-Mall shopping center has recently undergone...
Taiwan’s County/City Selected as One of the 2018 Global Top 10 Emerging Travel Destinations
As 2017 draws to a close, many travelers are preparing their travel plans for the coming year. Here’s an introduction to the “2018 Top 10 Emerging Travel Cities,” which you might want to consider for diverse travel inspiration. The ten cities...
Only a few days left to watch for free—classic American retro cinema with movie titles kept as secrets
A secret cinema has appeared in Taipei’s East District, featuring an all-American retro exterior that stops passersby to take photos and spark curiosity. This “KOKO Secret Cinema” is Taiwan’s first theme-based cinema designed specifically for young people...
Taiwan’s Only Christmas Crystal Ball: A Centuries-Old Park Transforms into a Nordic Fairyland
The 2017 Pingtung Christmas celebration was held for the first time this year in Pingtung Park, introducing the most popular Nordic design trends. A variety of uniquely dazzling lights turned this over-century-old park into a northern Christmas wonderland. Pingtung enjoys a spring-like climate almost all year round...
Railway enthusiasts get another trendy spot to visit — Japan’s first MUJI-designed train station
MUJI’s minimalist style is beloved by travelers worldwide. After venturing into the hospitality and fresh produce markets, the brand is now setting its sights on train stations. Keihan Electric Railway has announced that Keihan Michi Station will undergo renovations, with the new station to be designed by MUJI...
Japan’s adult-oriented dessert RAPL layered apple pie — overseas debut in Taiwan with zero time lag
BAKE Inc., known for its master craftsmanship and creativity, has built many popular dessert brands. Each new brand consistently sparks long queues in Japan, earning a reputation as one of the trendsetters in the dessert scene. Eyeing the development of the Taiwanese market and the upcoming crowds expected in Xinyi District for Christmas and New Year’s, BAKE Inc.’s third hit brand “RAPL Pomp Ringo” will make its grand finale entrance just before Christmas on December 22 with a brand-new apple pie. The brand will open its first overseas store on the first floor of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Taipei Xinyi A8.