Life in Taiwan

A closer look at life in Taiwan, including culture, customs, and everyday activities.

8 videos · Total duration: 01:11:03

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Guanziling Hot SpringThe video is about Guanziling, a beautiful place in Taiwan known for its hot springs, especially the mud spring. Visitors can relax, improve their skin, and enjoy the natural beauty and history of the area by soaking in the hot springs, exploring the mountains, and experiencing unique attractions like the Water and Fire Origin.Comprehensible Mandarin

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MotorcycleThe video discusses the unique motorcycle culture in Taiwan, highlighting its history, popularity, and role in daily life. It also addresses challenges such as air pollution and traffic accidents, and mentions measures taken to promote environmentally friendly and safe practices within the motorcycle culture.Comprehensible Mandarin

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Bubble milk teaThe video introduces the popular Taiwanese drink, pearl milk tea (also known as bubble milk tea), emphasizing its unique taste and cultural significance. It discusses the origins, preparation process, and the drink's place in people's lives, highlighting how pearl milk tea has become a beloved beverage both in Taiwan and worldwide.Comprehensible Mandarin

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Convenience stores in TaiwanThe video introduces the convenience stores in Taiwan, highlighting their widespread coverage, 24-hour operation, diverse range of goods and services, and convenience features like payment services, ATM, delivery pick-up, and food options. It emphasizes that convenience stores are not just shopping destinations, but an integral part of people's daily lives in Taiwan, offering convenience and a variety of services.Comprehensible Mandarin

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Breakfast shopThe video discusses the prevalence of breakfast shops around schools in Taiwan and contrasts the breakfast culture in Taiwan with that in the United States. In Taiwan, parents often buy breakfast for their children from these shops since they may not have time to prepare it at home, offering a variety of both Chinese and Western breakfast options.Comprehensible Mandarin

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10 differences living in Canada vs TaiwanThe video discusses the top 10 differences between Taiwan and Canada, covering party culture, consumer culture, weather, transportation, restaurant hours, drinking laws, and water quality. It highlights cultural and lifestyle variances between the two countries.Comprehensible Mandarin

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Haikui Typhoon Hits TaiwanThe video discusses the impact of a typhoon in Taiwan, highlighting safety precautions and preparation measures to take during such weather, including stocking up on food supplies and securing homes.Comprehensible Mandarin

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Differences between Taiwan & USAThe video discusses the differences between Taiwan and the United States in terms of weather, eating habits, healthcare costs, and indoor shoe-wearing customs. The speaker highlights various cultural contrasts she experienced while living in both countries.Comprehensible Mandarin