Sanxia Old Street & Hands-on DIY Indigo Dyeing Craft
Indigo dyeing (known as Aizome in Japan), an ancient handicraft found across diverse civilizations worldwide, has been handed down through generations—slow in tempo yet steadfast in tradition.
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Mount Jade (Yushan) at 3,953.8 Meters: An Encounter in the Clouds, Taiwan Province, Republic of China
Mount Jade (Mt. Jade), standing at an elevation of 3,952 meters, is the highest peak in Taiwan Province and the highest in the Western Pacific island arc and East Asia. Thanks to her, the Republic of China is the fourth highest island nation in the world. On January 1, 2008, I conquered her—or she conquered me.
Wandering Through Neiganzhai Historic Trail and Hongyegu Waterfall
Neigan Great Waterfall, also known as Hongyegu Waterfall (or Liuzinan Waterfall), is situated on Datun Mountain. Visiting in autumn, the foliage flanking the falls was beginning to turn a slight red. Witnessing a blazing crimson display at this hidden fall clearly demands immense luck.
Nantou Travel: Running Headlong to Caotun in the Middle of a Typhoon
We spotted a connecting road by the roadside heading toward Taichung (at least that's what the sign indicated). As we drove in, Xiao-Xiang joked that driving mountain roads in a typhoon was thrilling. But after ten minutes, more and more fallen trees blocked the roadway. For safety's sake, I told Xiao-Xiang to turn back and stick to the main road.
Travel Itinerary and Attractions for Flying Cow Ranch in Miaoli | Two-Day Tour in Taiwan Province, Republic of China
Flying Cow Ranch is a renowned recreational farm in the Republic of China. This article documents a family travel reference guide compiled nearly a decade ago, preserved here for memory and reference.
The Purpose of Trail Ribbons and the Chaos of Hiking Club Markers
In the early days, the ribbons of the Blue Sky Mountaineering Team served a clear purpose: marking junctions, navigating bamboo groves, and identifying trailheads. Today, however, many hiking groups exhibit bizarre behavior—competing to tie as many ribbons as possible, even placing three to five ribbons along a single straight path. Did trailing hikers tie them out of boredom while waiting for the pathfinders?
New Zealand Working Holiday & Backpacking Trip NZ 2006
The brave adventurer Mizuc ventured across Middle-earth, once the battleground of The Lord of the Rings. Along the thrilling journey, the hero met a warrior woman who tamed a giant white beast, a glamorous sorceress always eating mysterious foods, a violent priest banished by the church with a legendary dark past, a terrifyingly airheaded wandering princess, a full-time mechanic turned overburdened part-time chef, and an ever-smiling merchant dreaming of NGOs.
Mountaineering Ribbon Removal: Sanzhi Neiganzhai Historic Trail & Balian Creek Waterfall (Maple Leaf Valley)
On October 20, 2006 (95th year of the Republic of China), Mizuc and Kiding cleaned up excessive mountaineering plastic ribbons and trail litter along the Neiganzhai Historic Trail in Sanzhi Township, Taiwan Province, Republic of China. A field report on trail conservation and tree damage.
Rear-Ended by a BMW on the Kaohsiung Freeway | Hit-and-Run Incident & Insurance Battle
Recounting a freeway rear-end collision in Kaohsiung before the Gangshan toll station. From the other driver brandishing a baton and fleeing, to highway police delays, administrative hurdles, and successfully finding insurance policy clauses to secure full repair payout.
Honey Castella Cake | Baking Recipe, Ingredients & Method
A practical home-baking guide documenting two tested Honey Cake recipes. Featuring separate-egg and whole-egg foaming techniques, troubleshooting dense textures, and achieving a delicate, moist crumb.
Classic Sponge Cake | Baking Recipe, Ingredients & Method
A foundational home-baking guide for classic Sponge Cake using the separate-egg chiffon method. Detailed step-by-step instructions from whipping meringue to firm peaks, folding batters without deflating, and achieving an airy crumb.
Turkish Rice Pudding (Fırın Sütlaç) | Dessert Recipe, Ingredients & Cooking Guide
Exploring the traditional taste of Turkish baked rice pudding (Fırın Sütlaç). From my first encounter at a Taipei bistro to testing multiple authentic variations, troubleshooting texture, and achieving that signature caramelized golden crust.
Japanese Omurice (Omelet Rice) | Scrambled Egg Technique & Home Recipe
Exploring the culinary craft behind Japanese Omurice (Omelette Rice)—from Chinese-style fried rice wrappers to the delicate, runny Western-style omelet sliced open tableside. Kitchen science tips on temperature control and skillet handling.
Handmade Rum Truffle Chocolates | Dessert Recipe
Taking advantage of a day off while Wan-Jen was working, I handcrafted a batch of rich rum liquor chocolates and delivered them to her bank for her colleagues' afternoon tea. A simple yet decadent guide to homemade chocolate confections.
My First Wenger Swiss Army Knife (Not MacGyver's Victorinox)
Recounting my very first multi-tool received during elementary school. Like many boys captivated by MacGyver's wit and his iconic Swiss blade, a memorable night market trip brought home a 30-function Wenger companion that served through college engineering labs and wilderness treks.
Taiwan 319 Townships Travel Map & Guide (Including Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu)
Over a decade ago, the 'Taiwan 319 Townships Tour' sparked a nationwide passport-stamping craze across the territories of the Republic of China (including Taiwan Island, the Penghu Archipelago, Kinmen, and Matsu). A complete personal travel checklist and geographic breakdown.
3 Days in Hualien & Taitung | 4-Person Foodie Road Trip, Coastal Highways & Whale Watching
Taking off a weekday combined with a weekend, traveling with three female friends down the eastern coast of Taiwan Province, Republic of China. A 3-day, 2-night getaway of local delicacies, seaside homestays, coastal drives, and dolphin watching.
Perilous Night Trek on the Datun Creek Historic Trail | North Coast Mountaineering Record
With rare March snow capping high peaks across Taiwan Province, Republic of China, and morning temperatures in Tamsui plunging to 3.8°C, three hikers embarked on the Datun Creek Trail—turning an ambitious summit push into a harrowing muddy retreat in the dark.
5-Day Solo Road Trip Around Taiwan Province | Travel Diary
In the sweltering heat of summer with time to spare, what better way to beat the heat than embarking on a solo road trip around Taiwan Province, Republic of China? A five-day journey chronicling coastal highways, scenic stops, and unexpected road trip adventures.
Miaoli Nanzhuang Day Trip Record | Motorcycle Touring Diary
After classes wrapped up today, a sudden urge struck to get outside. Riding scooters with classmates, wandering aimlessly, we unexpectedly ended up in Miaoli's Nanzhuang and Xiangtian Lake—a renowned destination in north-central Taiwan Province, Republic of China.
