As a rite of passage, generations of teenagers have entered the area at night looking for creatures and haints said to roam the mist-covered realm. And it’s not unusual to hear reports of loud booms coming from its depths. In case you were wondering how to make the Japanese black burgers that were seen all over social media recently, here is a pictorial guide. You can buy powdered bamboo charcoal if you don’t want to crush your own.
Of the many rivers within the park, the Liwu is the longest, stretching a total of 58kilometres from its highest point at over 3400 metres to its ocean outfall. The river 臺東伴手禮 surges through the gorge - a staggering 19kilometres long and in some places more than 900metres deep, the towering cliffs on either side framing a marble chasm.

For 4 days, you should be able to cover most of Taipei's main things – 101 / Night Markets / Xiangshan etc. Juifen we did a different day by bus – up the mountain – and got heavy rain – which was very exciting on steep mountain road flooding with torrential flowing water. My Taiwanese partner just told me Pingxi is for the lanterns – but we did this at Shifen – so have not been to Pingxi. We stayed close to Central Park station in Kaohsiung and liked the location.
Unfortunately, i didnt go to the toilet, but i heard it has full glass wall, so you can 'go' and enjoy the scenery at the same time. I've been told that Taiwan is kinda in between Japan and China in terms of food, culture, cost, cleanliness etc.
The natural landscape like wave erosion caves, ditches, and pillars are amazing, sea view here is attractive and very enjoyable. The Oluanpi Light House will also be visited. We then continue to Taitung via the scenic Southern Link Highway. Overnight at Taitung and enjoy a relaxing bath at the 5 star hotel's Spa & Hot Spring recreation area.

i remember walking through there it's a bit more upmarket if i remember correctly, more fancy malls and restaurants and stuff, family friendly. i think Daan Forest Park has like a playground kid friendly place to play, same with the other park (2/28 Peace Park) i think. I'm after suggestions of a good area to base ourselves in. Ideally somewhere with easy access to major attractions and night markets, but not too busy/crowded.
Researching takesumi online also unearthed a rather idyllic looking B&B in New Zealand that makes takesumi. Another use for bamboo charcoal that they suggest is as a dietary supplement for animals. Continuing with the Japan focus from the previous post, this post revisits bamboo charcoal with a particular focus on health. Takesumi is derived from carbonised bamboo and demonstrates the same remarkable adsorptive qualities. As a nutritional supplement takesumi is generally ingested for its detoxification properties, especially after exposure to environmental contaminates. The bamboo was treated in a traditional method by soaking in it mud and then smoking it.

I had great time chatting with locals while having my legs massaged due to the amount of walking i did . I would consider living in Taipei if only the working hours there were not as long.
As an introduction to Taiwan's natural wonders, we follow the lead of many short-term visitors, and take a daytrip from the capital, Taipei. In the east of the country, smog and urban sprawl could be light years away. I'm privileged to visit Taiwan during summer, when the country usually cops bucketloads of rain.
i had a private driver for that next day though. it's possible but i'd rather spend at least a night in Jiufen so you are not so rushed. As others suggested, stay in Taipei City is better. Zhongli is a convenient centrally located city in northern Taiwan about 60kms south of Taipei.