Day1
Let's tour the sights of central Taipei!
Departure from Haneda Airport
Arrive at Songshan Airport (Taipei) (approx. 4 hours)
Leave your luggage at the hotel and depart for sightseeing!
From the hotel to Liberty Square
13 min. walk
/1 km
Liberty Square
自由広場
Located in front of National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, the Liberty Square Gate is the symbol of Taipei tourism, with its 30-meter-high gate. To the right is the National Academy of Performing Arts and to the left is the National Music Hall. Various events are held here throughout the year.
Data:Liberty Square
Address/ No. 21, Zhongshan S Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan 100
TEL/ +886 2 2343 1100
a short walk
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
中正紀念堂
The Memorial Hall of the Emperor of China is a memorial to Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China. The highlight of the tour is the hourly changing of the guard ceremony, where the guards stand erect and motionless for an hour, performing their duties in perfect step.
Data:National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Address/ No.21, Zhongshan S.Rd., Zhongzheng Dist.,Taipei City 100011, Taiwan
TEL/ 886-2-2343-1100
From the Memorial Hall to Taipei 101
18 minutes by subway
and on foot
Taipei 101
台北101
Taipei 101 is a skyscraper consisting of 101 floors above ground and 5 below. It includes a shopping center, restaurants, and office buildings. There is also an outdoor observation deck on the 91st floor. Enjoy the view of Taipei.
Data:Taipei 101
Address/ No. 7, Section 5, Xinyi Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan
TEL/ +886 2 8101 8800
Taiwan Local cuisine
台湾グルメ 小籠包
When you think of Taiwan, you think of xiaolongbao! The delicious soup that spreads in your mouth the moment you put it in is a must-try in Taiwan. The ingredients inside range from the standard pork to shrimp and scallop seafood.
From Taipei 101 to the hotel
30 minutes by train
& on foot
/ 5.2 km
Hotel Resonance Taipei, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
ホテルレゾナンス台北 タペストリー コレクション by ヒルトン
This is the first hotel in Asia in Hilton's Tapestry Collection line. As the name "Tapestry" implies, this hotel is designed to let you weave your own story here. 6 types of rooms are available, all of which are spacious and comfortable with large windows that let in plenty of light.
Data:Hotel Resonance Taipei, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Address / No. 7 Linsen S. Rd, Happy Village Taipei, 100, Taiwan
TEL/ 886 2 7752-1888
Day2
After visiting Taiwan's masterpieces, Move to the fantastic Jiufen!!
Depart from the hotel.
From the hotel to the National Palace Museum
1 hour by train
and bus
/ 9 km
National Palace Museum
国立故宮博物院
The National Palace Museum is also known as one of the four great museums in the world. It is famous for its elaborate carvings of Chinese cabbage and stewed cubes! This museum houses nearly 700,000 treasures that have been tossed around throughout history. Exhibits are changed every three to six months, and there are always 7,000 items on display. Audio guidance in English is also available.
Data:National Palace Museum
Address/ No. 221, Sec 2, Zhi Shan Rd, Shilin District, Taipei City, Taiwan 111
TEL/ +886 2 6610 3600
From the National Palace Museum to Jiufen
1 hour and 40 minutes by bus
and train
/ 37 km
Jishan street
基山街
Jishan Street is the main street of Jiufen, a bustling, narrow street lined with many souvenir shops and restaurants. Filled with tourists on weekends, it used to be a gold exchange when the gold mines were flourishing. Many delicious stores with sweets and snacks are available here, so you can't help but stop by.
Data: Jishan street
Address/ Jishan St, Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 224
Local Sweets
台湾スイーツ
Taro dumplings are one of the most popular sweets in Jioufen. The dumplings are made of taro and flour and are very sticky and delicious! They can be eaten in a warm soup or as a topping for shaved ice. You can also choose from other toppings such as peanuts and wheatgrass!
Ruifang District
豎崎路
One of Jiufen's most famous landmarks is the steep staircase of Ruifang District! On a clear day, you can look out over the blue Keelung Bay from the top of the stairs.
Data: Ruifang District
Address/ 224 台湾 New Taipei City, Ruifang District
short walks
AMEI TEA HOUSE
阿妹茶樓(アーメイチャーロウ)
One of the best places to visit in Jioufen is the Tea House! This restaurant is a renovated mansion from the gold mining era. Both the rooftop terrace with a view of Keelung Bay and the interior, made of wood, offer a relaxing atmosphere. The tea and sweets set is highly recommended.
Data:AMEI TEA HOUSE
Address/ No. 20, Shixia Lane, Ruifang District, New Taipei City
TEL/ +886 2 2496 0833
Return to Taipei
From Jiufen to your hotel in Taipei
1 hour 40 minutes by train
and bus
/ 42 km
Lu Rou Fan (Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice Bowl)
魯肉飯
One of the most famous Taiwanese gourmet dishes is Lunghi Rice! It is rice topped with minced pork. The flavor varies from restaurant to restaurant. Toppings also vary from boiled egg, half-boiled fried egg, cilantro, and so on. Find your favorite restaurant!
Stay at Hotel Resonance Taipei (the 2nd night)
Day3
Observe the process of making Chinese tea. In the evening, enjoy the night market.
Departure from the hotel
Brekafast in Taiwan
台湾の朝
The most popular Taiwanese breakfast dish is Xian Dou Jiang! Warm soy milk is mixed with shrimp, green onion, chili oil, black vinegar, soy sauce, etc. The slight sweetness and saltiness of the soy milk gently soaks into your body in the morning. Side dishes include fried bread and crepes.
From the hotel to Longshan Temple
20 minutes by train
and on foot
Longshan Temple
龍山寺
It is one of the most famous temples in Taiwan with a history of about 280 years. It is a favorite among Taiwanese people because it enshrines Buddhist, Taoist, and folk belief deities. It is also a popular place to make various requests for love, health, and money!
Data:Longshan Temple
Address/ No. 211, Guangzhou St, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10853
TEL/ +886 2 2302 5162
From Longshan Temple to the tea factory in Taoyuan
About 2 hours by train
and bus
DAXI TEA FACTORY
大渓老茶廠
Daxi Tea Factory, popularly known as the Too Beautiful Tea Factory, began as a tea factory during the Japanese colonial period. The architecture is an interesting mix of Taiwanese, Japanese, and English styles. You can have a cup of tea in the sophisticatedly designed café and buy tea leaves if you enjoy them.
Data:DAXI TEA FACTORY
Address/ No. 80, Lane 732, Section 2, Fuxing Rd, Daxi District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan 335
TEL/ +886 3 382 5089
Taiwan Tea
台湾茶
Taiwanese Oolong tea is said to be the finest with a mild taste and smooth throat. The tea leaves are classified into white tea, green tea, green tea, black tea, and black tea according to the degree of fermentation. Its subtle sweetness and aroma are very relaxing. If you want to enjoy it through the tea-arts procedure, visit a tea-arts museum to experience it for yourself!
Back to Taipei
2 hours by train
NIGHT MARKET
夜市
The night market, with its cheap and delicious food, is very popular not only with tourists but also with locals! Fresh fruit juices and pepper cakes with plenty of gravy. Seafood noodles and stir-fried dishes are also highly recommended. The Shilin Night Market, one of the largest in Taiwan, is well-known, but there are many other night markets of various sizes throughout the city, each with its own specialties, so be sure to walk around every night!
Data:NIGHT MARKET
Back to the hotel
Stay at Hotel Resonance Taipei (the 3rd night)
Day4
On the last day, enjoy the morning in Taiwan before returning home.
From the hotel to 228 Heping Park
13 min. walk
/1 km
228 Peace Memorial Park
二二八和平公園
Visit 228 Peace Memorial Park, a place of relaxation for Taipei citizens! You can catch a glimpse of Taipei people's daily life as they stroll around, feed the carp, or do tai chi. The cool pavilion in the middle of the pond is eye-catching with its carved Chinese architectural style. The National Museum of Taiwan is also located in the park.
Data:228 Peace Memorial Park
Address/ Zhongzheng District Taipei City, Taiwan 100
TEL/ +886 2 2303 2451
Check out of hotel
Go to the airport
Departure from Songshan Airport
Arrive at Haneda Airport (approx. 4 hours)