An in-depth reflection on the emotional evolution of the longest expressway in the Republic of China—Provincial Highway 61 (West Coast Expressway). From a charming, unhurried coastal surface road carrying collegiate dreams to a visual purgatory colonized by endless wind turbine installations. A candid confession on 3D motion sickness, energy policy reflections, and road trip aesthetics.
In-depth breakdown of travel resources and lodging advice for Dongyin Island in the Matsu archipelago. Sharing local spatial distribution shaped by military history, choosing guesthouses paired with authentic local seafood feasts, and visiting the historic Zhongzhu Gratitude Pavilion to trace Chiang Ching-kuo's legacy. Practical tips on island transport and Blue Tears bioluminescence spotting.
A heartwarming tale of bumping into a fellow countrywoman at a Hokkaido hot spring ryokan. Records how a Taiwanese girl married with a child in Japan struggled between cultural ties and patriotism, insisting on retaining her Republic of China citizenship. A humorous reflection on the evils of nationality systems, cross-border marriage predicaments, and getting brought back to earth by the reality of Taiwan's "Farmers' Health Insurance."
Exploring the utility of carrying a knife on solo backpacking journeys. From extracting splinters with a Swiss Army knife to rescuing locked bento lids, knives serve as tools rather than weapons. An overview of blade regulations across Japan, the US, China, and Taiwan.
Dissecting psychological tactics when accidentally straying into high-risk urban sectors during solo backpacking. Detailing how eye control, purposeful strides, and an enigmatic smirk project an aura of deterrence, enabling swift withdrawal from hostile enclaves while minimizing exposure.
Unveiling a seasonal spectacle in Nanao, Yilan. Looking beyond the famous red bean shaved ice to explore a quiet country lane leading to the beach, where rolling golden sunflower fields sway before the magnificent Snow Mountain range.
A humorous record of a 'real man' everyday moment on a southbound Taiwan Railway train. A detailed account of how a short knife in his pocket precisely solved the predicament of the girl next to him who couldn't open a vacuum food container. This is a dark-humor essay about being single by skill, professional tools, and social awkwardness.
Before departure, we romanticize travel evenings spent nestled beside books. Mizu Traveler, who finishes a book every few days, packed two heavy volumes for a round-island expedition. By the journey's end, they had been flipped open for barely a dozen pages on toilet seats. A searing reflection on pack weight versus physical reality.
What should you do if you encounter a wild boar while hiking in the wilderness or deep in the mountains? Turning and running only triggers its predatory instinct. Mizuc shares how to read animal behavior, use your gear to look intimidating, and retreat safely when encountering wildlife outdoors.
A nostalgic look at a handwritten interior renovation checklist from 2005. Detailing trash removal, repainting, and spatial partitioning in my Tamsui family home. Fond memories of heavy bag training, shedding kilograms, and picking up Yvonne after work.
