Top 10 Recommendations for Japanese Tourists: A Railway Mini-Trip Along the Northeast Coast

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Taiwan boasts a unique historical charm, along with an exceptional geographical environment surrounded by the sea and stretching mountains, giving many train stations diverse appeal and scenic features. The Keelung and Ruifang areas in the northeast corner of Taiwan are home to some of the most beautiful train stations in northern Taiwan, unique sea-eroded rock formations, and cultural heritage sites, making the Shen’ao Line a fascinating railway destination that even Japanese tourists love.

1. Badouzi Station
Keelung’s Badouzi Station was reopened in late 2016 after reconstruction and has since become a new hot spot for photography. It offers one of the most beautiful coastal lines, where you can gaze at the endless shoreline, rivaling the beauty of Taiwan’s most picturesque station, Duoliang Station. In addition to renovating the old mountain-side platform, a new 80-meter-long scenic platform was built on the ocean-facing side, allowing visitors to enjoy the breathtaking view of the sea meeting the sky.

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2. National Museum of Marine Science and Technology
The National Museum of Marine Science and Technology covers a vast area and is situated against mountains and by the sea, surrounded by Badouzi City, Badouzi Fishing Port, and the Northeast Coast National Scenic Area. Designed with the concept of ocean currents, its architecture combines special glass curtain wall craftsmanship and spatial planning, integrating concepts of flow and transparency with the surrounding landscape. The complex is divided into the Marine Exhibition Area (featuring an IMAX 3D Ocean Theater), Collection & Research, and Landscape Facilities.

3. Wangyou Valley
Wangyou Valley is located in the lush valley beneath the observation deck of Badouzi Park. From its elevated position, you can overlook the green valley and gaze at the sea and islands, offering a sense of blissful escape. In spring and summer, the valley is covered in lush green grass, while in autumn and winter, it transforms into a field of creamy hues.

4. Chaojing Park
Located on the eastern side of the Badouzi Peninsula, Chaojing Park spans 1 hectare. Originally a waste collection site, it has been transformed through planning and renovation into one of the best spots to enjoy sea views. The park features well-designed sleeper wood trails and numerous art sculptures, with the most popular photo spot being the “Flying Broom.”