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Japanese-style tea lantern wall now features a koi pond too！ New hot spot to take cute yukata photos
From now until September 2, MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou (Linkou Mitsui Outlet) presents “GO Shopping！ Fun with Fish Summer,” offering discounts of up to 98% off storewide. Spend over NT$2,000...
Japan’s First Beachfront Hyatt Resort – The Brand-New Okinawa Sarugaku Island Hotel
Located on the southernmost island of Japan, Okinawa Sarugaku Island Hyatt Resort grandly opened on August 20. Situated on the private Sarugaku Island, connected to the main island of Okinawa by just a single bridge, the resort features 344 rooms, all offering unobstructed views of the...
Super dreamy photo ops and desserts—three must-visit dessert shops for flamingo lovers
The pink flamingo motif has not only been one of the fashion elements in recent years but also a favorite among girls. To attract female customers, more and more cafes and dessert shops are incorporating flamingo elements. While enjoying your meal, you’ll be surrounded by...
Not just sea views ! Three must-attend festivals in Okinawa this September
July and August are peak months for Japanese festivals, but visiting Okinawa in September — though still warm — means gradually cooling temperatures and plenty of events to enjoy, such as the “Okinawa All-Island Eisa Festival” in early September, and the “Mid-Autumn...
Namie Amuro's Countdown to Retirement – A Must-Visit Fan Exhibition
Japan’s pop music queen Namie Amuro officially retired on the 26th anniversary of her debut. Before her retirement, to allow fans to revisit her journey over the past 25 years, an experiential retrospective exhibition was held in Japan...
Limited Menu at Osaka Ohsho Super Plump Gyoza Burger Only Available Here
The ultra-popular gyoza specialty chain Osaka Ohsho not only has over 300 stores across Japan, but also 17 branches in Taiwan, as well as locations in other parts of Asia. In July this year, Osaka Ohsho will launch a limited-time new item, the "GYOZA HOT DOG," at its newly renovated flagship store in Dotonbori...
Capture stunning cityscapes with ease in the urban area—exclusive must-see routes in Taipei revealed
When exploring Taipei, besides soaking in the metropolitan vibe in the bustling Xinyi District or wandering through night markets and historic sites to savor local cuisine and reminisce about history, you can also plan a seven-day adventure to traverse the city’s 92-kilometer network of mountain trails...
A Must-Try Dessert for Sweet Tooths: Limited-Edition Purple Sweet Potato and Taro Kyushu Pancake
The popular Japanese dessert "Kyushu Pancake" has launched a limited-edition "Just for You" purple sweet potato and taro pancake, available in limited quantities on September 3rd and on the menu until October 31st. The theme plays on the homophone "just for you," incorporating...
Endless international cuisine on offer！KT launches limited-time pop-up restaurant
South Korean telecom company KT recently launched an unconventional promotional campaign by opening a limited-time restaurant called “ON Cafeteria,” serving unlimited international delicacies, and even invited popular Korean...
Thai visa agency fees to rise, personal visa quotas also reduced
Thai visas are about to get more expensive！ Starting October 1 this year, group Thai visas (handled by agencies) in Taiwan will first need to be processed by VFS (the visa center) before being submitted in batches to the Thai Trade and Economic Office for approval. Each...
Buy One Get One Free at McDonald's to Celebrate Tai Tzu-ying’s Gold Medal Win for Taiwan
World badminton queen Tai Tzu-ying won the gold medal in the women’s singles final at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games, becoming the first Taiwanese athlete to claim the badminton gold at the Asian Games in history. To celebrate her first Asian Games title, McDonald's Taiwan has...
Adjacent to the world's largest aquarium – an adorable penguin-themed hotel
Chimelong Penguin Hotel is located in the Chimelong International Ocean Resort in Hengqin, Zhuhai, where the resort houses the world’s largest aquarium. Opened in 2015, the hotel features an interior and exterior design themed around the "Penguin Polar" concept, with numerous penguin motifs visible throughout...
Must-Eat List for Your Okinawa Trip: Top 10 Local Foods in Okinawa You Can’t Miss
Okinawa, Japan has long been a popular tourist destination, and Taiwanese travelers especially love to take a self-driving road trip there. In addition to enjoying the ocean views, island scenery, and shopping, food is also a major highlight. With...
Top 5 Instagram-Famous Wind Turbine Spots in Taiwan – Healing Wind Power Zones
Many of Taiwan’s wind turbines are located along the coastal areas from Taoyuan to Yunlin. Besides generating electricity, these turbines are often situated in seaside locations with vast, open views. The towering white turbines stand prominently against the expansive scenery...
Creator of Chibi Maruko-chan passes away; Chibi Maruko-chan Park in Shizuoka a must-visit for fans
The renowned and beloved manga "Chibi Maruko-chan" author "Chibi Maruko" (real name Miki Miura) passed away on the 15th due to cancer, shocking not only Japan but also leaving all Chibi Maruko-chan fans deeply saddened. The Chibi Maruko-chan Park located in Shizuoka, Japan, will also become a popular destination for fans to pay tribute and relive memories.
Eat more than your height in plates and get it free！Front Row Sushi’s Big Eater Challenge at Xitun Teco Store
Front Row Sushi’s Xitun Teco Store has launched a Big Eater Challenge. Eat more than the required number of plates, and each plate will be charged at a discounted price. Even more enticing—just eat enough empty plates to exceed your own “height,” and you eat for free！...
Big U-turn in Thai visa policy！Thai Office announces no fee hike
The Thailand Trade and Economic Office (Thai Office) informed major travel agencies on the 27th that starting October 1st, aside from the 100 daily individual applications, all Thai visa applications would need to be outsourced to VFS Global (…
Dreamy Tiffany Blue that Looks Just Like a Cafe – The Ultra-Stylish 7-11 That’s a Must for Photos
In recent years, convenience store 7-11 has transformed many of its outlets across Taiwan into various types of unique, themed stores. Among them, the 7-11 Fashion Store located in Yongkang District, Tainan, has become a popular photo spot for many netizens visiting Tainan...
Pingtung isn't just about Kenting—here are 5 IG-famous healing spots
Thanks to Kenting’s high profile and the dreamy scenes from the Taiwanese film Cape No. 7, many people get the impression that “Pingtung is just Kenting.” Below, we’ll share with you five incredibly healing spots that offer a fresh take on...
Instagram-famous dreamy white cloud cafes & Taiwan's top 5 white-themed cafes
Taiwan has a large number of uniquely styled cafes, and some of them adopt an all-white interior as their design theme. White cafes often effortlessly evoke a hipster vibe, making people feel comfortable and relaxed. Although the storefronts are all white, they...