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Japan’s most popular regional tourism mascot, “Kumamon,” has come to Taiwan for an exhibition. Travelers who love Kumamon and Japanese tourism should check it out to discover Kumamon’s charm and the appeal of his hometown, Kumamoto Prefecture.
Kumamon comes to Taiwan for an exhibition — The Kumamon Loves to Hang Out Exhibition. (Photo credit: Kumamon Loves Kumamoto — The Kumamon Loves to Hang Out Exhibition)
Three main zones of the Kumamon Loves to Hang Out Exhibition
I. Get to Know Kumamoto Prefecture
As the Happiness Minister of Kumamoto Prefecture, Kumamon leads everyone to his hometown. The “Tourism Information Booth” introduces the characteristics of Kumamoto Prefecture, giving visitors a deeper understanding of its cultural background. Through wall charts and text, learn about Kumamoto’s tourism information and attraction designs, getting you in the mood for travel. With anticipation in your heart, stroll through Kumamoto Prefecture together with Kumamon.
II. Stroll Through Kumamoto Prefecture
Starting from the famous Kurokawa Onsen, walk around with Kumamon, take a photo together at Aso, the world’s largest caldera, go horseback riding at Matsushima Bridge, stroll down the ginkgo-lined avenue, and arrive at the bustling Shimomachi Street in Kumamoto City. Check out the wide variety of local agricultural specialties and experience the charm of Kumamoto, the kingdom of ingredients. Together, become samurai at “Kumamoto Castle,” pray for the post-disaster recovery of Kumamoto, and then take the super-cute Kumamoto train to Taiwan together with Kumamon.
III. Kumamon’s Grateful Journey in Taiwan
Kumamon comes to Taiwan and sets off on a round-island trip with Taiwan’s representative — Oh Bear. He takes everyone to experience rural life with countryside charm, transforms into a banquet chef with Oh Bear to join Taiwan’s traditional temple fair event — the “banquet table,” and the playful Kumamon also leads everyone to try various temple fair game stalls. Finally, he takes everyone mountain climbing to enjoy flowers and take commemorative photos.
【Info】
Kumamon Loves Kumamoto — The Kumamon Loves to Hang Out Exhibition
Exhibition period: December 17, 2016 ~ March 12, 2017
Exhibition venue: Warehouse No. 2, Songshan Cultural and Creative Park
Admission:
Full price NT$280 (for adults)
Student ticket NT$250 (for students at vocational schools and above (inclusive) and below, 6 years old and above with valid ID)
Love ticket NT$140 (for seniors aged 65 and above with valid ID, and one essential accompanying person for people with disabilities)
Child ticket NT$180 (for ages 3 and above but under 6, must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket)
Free admission for children under 3 years old (with valid ID, must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket; those without ID will be judged by height under 90cm, people with disabilities with valid ID)
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