A Must-Visit New Attraction in Kaohsiung: An Old Warehouse Transformed into a Cultural and Creative Dining Hub

Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

The KW2 Warehouse is a historic building situated at Pier 2 of Kaohsiung Harbor, near Pier-2 Art Center, the Light Rail Station, and the Hamasen Railway Cultural Park. Through a joint effort by the city government, the harbor authority, and a land development company, the warehouse has been converted into a new cultural and creative base, bringing together artisans from various fields and representative Taiwanese brands, making it a pioneering example of the transformation of Kaohsiung’s old harbor district.

During the Japanese colonial period, KW2 Warehouse was a single-story structure with brick walls and a tiled roof. After being bombed by the Allied forces, it was rebuilt using reinforced concrete combined with reinforced trusses. It has since been designated as a historic building by the Kaohsiung City Government. For decades, KW2 Warehouse has witnessed the evolution of Kaohsiung Harbor and embraced the emergence of a new type of harbor city.

Covering an area of 3,000 square meters, KW2 Warehouse retains its original aged walls, windows, and steel structures, showcasing the fresh charm of the historic building. Through a combination of cultural creativity, exhibitions, and dining, it revives the historical harbor space. Additionally, it aims to integrate with nearby attractions such as Pier-2 Art Center, the Light Rail Station, and the Hamasen Railway Cultural Park to create a new waterfront shopping and leisure experience in the harbor district.