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Experience a summer Japanese festival—wear a yukata, enjoy tea, and take beautiful photos
No need to fly to Japan—you can experience a Japanese-style festival at MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou too！The central plaza has been decorated with Japanese-style scenery, allowing you to enjoy snacks, experience Japanese culture...
Stay one night for a truly healing experience – a childlike, retro, nostalgic homestay
Tainan is home to a wide array of homestays, but those uniquely transformed from historic buildings that carry a sense of nostalgia have become travelers’ favorite way to immerse themselves in the life of this ancient city. Located on Wufei Street in Tainan City, “Pangpangtang Homestay - Blueprint Gallery” is a renovation of an early...
Summer Jazz Outdoor Party – A Perfect Day-and-Night Spot to Unwind with Music
The 2018 Jazz Swing Day will be held on Saturday, August 25, at the National Theater & Concert Hall. It’s a one-day-only, free event. Split into two sessions — “Jazz Summer Afternoon Tea” and “National Theater & Concert Hall Summer Jazz Outdoor Party” — it offers music from day to...
Angel’s Floral Carpet: Admire the Golden Needle Flower Sea at Liushitou Mountain
August to September is the blooming season for golden needle flowers, and Liushitou Mountain in Fuli Township, Hualien County, is one of Taiwan’s three major golden needle flower cultivation areas. When the flowering season arrives, the vast golden sea of blossoms resembles a carpet laid out for angels,...
Gudetama Five-Star Chef Restaurant Opens for Trial in Taichung—A Must-Visit for Fans
Following the launch of the first “Gudetama Five-Star Chef Restaurant” in Taipei, Gudetama has now arrived in Taichung with its flagship store. The luxurious, standalone building with its super-cute exterior has fans eagerly anticipating its arrival. A trial operation will begin from August 3rd to 5th...
Not Just Valentine's Day: Seven Dreamy Castles Around the World for a Romantic Getaway
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many travelers are planning sweet getaways with their partners to celebrate the occasion. To help couples create truly unforgettable romantic memories, a well-known booking website has specially selected the “World’s 7 Dreamiest Castle Stays...”
Judgment Day with the Gods – Information on the Director and Cast Red Carpet Meet-and-Greet
The highly anticipated Korean film *Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days* was released in South Korea on August 1st and premiered in Taiwan on August 8th. A red carpet event featuring stars and the director was also held in Taiwan. Following appearances by Hugh Jackman (Wolverine: Logan), Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly (Ant-Man and the Wasp), and others, this is another red carpet event fans won’t want to miss.
Artistic Light Displays, Sea Breezes & Live Music — Tamsui Summer Original Music Festival
The original music event that has garnered a loyal following over two years—Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf Stage – Summer Original Music Festival—runs from now until August 26. Every Saturday and Sunday evening from 18:30 to 20:30, multiple indie bands and original...
Fortune Bag Fried Dumplings Are a Huge Hit – Don’t Miss the Dumpling Expo, a Must-Visit for Dumpling Lovers
DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan, has gathered famous dumpling shops from across the country to host a limited-time Dumpling Expo. The “Dumpling Expo in DiverCity Tokyo Plaza”...
Both day and night scenes are beautiful here. This Taiwanese version of Venice’s waterfront fishing harbor is incredibly photogenic.
With scenery as stunning as Venice, Keelung’s Zhongbin Fishing Port has become even more photogenic recently. Its revitalized look has made it one of the hottest new check-in spots and added yet another must-visit attraction to Keelung. ...
A hidden alleyway hotspot for Instagram photoshoots—six great cafés near Da’an Station!
Want to follow a trendy photo route while enjoying delicious and uniquely flavorful meals? Consider planning a hipster-style photo itinerary around Taipei’s Da’an MRT Station during your holiday!
Huang Bao-chun exits Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Eslite, offers "Buy 100 Get 50" promotion and opens flagship store
Huang Bao-chun Maison Kayser announces that its Taipei flagship store at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Eslite will operate until August 12, along with a special promotion to thank customers. The new Taipei flagship store will move near Taipei Metro Xiangshan Station, pre...
Use adorable pets to win their heart this Qixi Festival！Taiwan’s top 6 pet cafes
As Qixi Festival, the Chinese Valentine’s Day, approaches, besides going to a romantic restaurant for dinner and a date, if your crush or partner loves animals, a pet cafe date is also a great choice. Here we share with you...
A Must-Visit for Seafood Lovers: Taiwan’s Top 3 Popular Clam Hot Pots
As seafood enthusiasts who fear neither high cholesterol nor gout but dread missing out on these delicacies, we make it a mission to finish every last bit of the generous, overflowing clams in front of us. Here are three wildly popular and incredibly satisfying clam hot pots that have taken Taiwan by storm. ...
Buy one, get one free！Supermarkets launch Sicilian Coffee friend-sharing promotion
With summer temperatures staying high, coffee and bubble tea brands are rolling out promotions to attract customers, and convenience stores are also offering various beverage deals. More and more places like Starbucks are periodically launching buy-one-get-one-free offers. ...
New Budget Airline Option for Traveling to Japan Coincides with 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Japan Airlines (JAL) established a new low-cost carrier on July 31 for medium- and long-haul routes called “ティ0??影??ē毹TBL),” which stands for “To Be Launch”...
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Not just Studio Ghibli’s Totoro！ Seven Classic Art Museums in Tokyo
Visiting Tokyo isn’t just about food, fun, and entertainment. Sometimes, taking a moment to slow down and visit an art museum allows you to appreciate the refinement of Japanese art and culture in a leisurely and detailed way—offering a different perspective on Tokyo. Below are seven museums, both old and new, bustling and quiet...
Tainan’s Dawu and Huakou Night Markets Are No More; Dadong Night Market Rumored to Close
Tainan’s well-known Dadaong Night Market, once voted by netizens as the “Most Value-for-Money Night Market,” grew rapidly after opening in 2000 and became a landmark night market in the city. However, due to its location, which was rezoned following urban land readjustment...
Endless Creative Shapes: Top 5 Viral Egg Cakes on IG in Taiwan
Simple and delicious egg cakes are a popular budget-friendly afternoon tea choice for many Taiwanese. But nowadays, aside from crispy or fluffy textures, Taiwanese street vendors’ creativity knows no bounds—using unique shapes and designs to catch the eye and warm the heart. Here are 5 viral shaped egg cakes on IG.