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A Century-Old Japanese-Era Residence Transformed into a Top-Notch Yakitori Restaurant, Reviving Its Former Glory

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Last updated 2026-11-14 — In recent years, many old houses and Japanese-era buildings in Taiwan have been converted into cafes and other venues, breathing new life into their former splendor. One such place is a restaurant in Taichung City called Smile Field (Xiao Jv Chang), which has transformed a over-a-century-old Japanese-style mansion into a top-tier...

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

In recent years, many old houses and Japanese-era buildings in Taiwan have been converted into cafes and other venues, breathing new life into their former splendor. One such place is a restaurant – Smile House (Xiao Jv Chang) in Taichung City, which has transformed a over-a-century-old Japanese-style mansion into a top-tier charcoal-grilled yakitori eatery.Visitors can not only experience the historical charm of a foreign culture but also enjoy delicious cuisine, indulging in both visual and culinary pleasures. The dining experience is so photogenic it’s worth the trip alone, attracting a large number of tourists. Next time you’re in Taichung, why not pay a visit to Xiaojuchang (Laughing House) and savor authentic Japanese yakitori in a historic Japanese house?

In Taichung City, Xiaojuchang has transformed a over-a-century-old Japanese-style mansion into a top-tier charcoal-grilled yakitori eatery (Image source / Xiaojuchang)

Xiaogujang preserves the complete architectural style of a traditional Japanese building (Image source / Xiaogujang)

Laugh Field (Image source / Laugh Field)

A visit to Smile Field offers both visual and culinary delights (Image source / Smile Field)

Dining at Smile House is an unforgettable experience (Image source / Smile House)

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