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Visitors walk along a gravel railway track at a lively Taiwan market street in Taipei, with vendor stalls and lanterns
Lantern-lit night market alley in Taipei with rows of red Chinese lanterns and shoppers walking past street stalls
Two people in hats writing characters on colourful paper lanterns at a street stall in Taipei's market
White shuttle van parked along a cobbled street with pedestrians in the distance in Taipei at golden hour
Close-up of glowing red lanterns with Chinese characters hanging overhead along a Taipei street at night
Visitors walk along a gravel railway track at a lively Taiwan market street in Taipei, with vendor stalls and lanterns
Lantern-lit night market alley in Taipei with rows of red Chinese lanterns and shoppers walking past street stalls
Two people in hats writing characters on colourful paper lanterns at a street stall in Taipei's market
White shuttle van parked along a cobbled street with pedestrians in the distance in Taipei at golden hour
Close-up of glowing red lanterns with Chinese characters hanging overhead along a Taipei street at night
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Jiufen and Shifen Half-day Private Trip **Japanese-speaking guide

Release lanterns for luck, see Spirited Away scenery. Feel nostalgia and enjoy local culture with Japanese-speaking guide.
Group size
Up to 20 guests
DURATION
6 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 20 guests
Explore Jiufen and Shifen, release sky lantern for luck and enjoy Spirited Away scenery.
Explore Shifen and Jiufen on a half-day trip from Taipei City. Release sky lantern in Shifen which according to traditional beliefs, will bring you good luck! Feel the nostalgic atmosphere of A-Mei Tea House and enjoy the breathtaking Shifen night view with lighted lanterns, famous for it's resemblance to the scenes from the movie "Spirited Away". The charter duration is 6 hours.

What You’ll be Doing

Lanterns & Spirited Scenery
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What’s Included

Japanese-speaking guide
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Additional Information

Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Taipei Main Station East Gate 3(Taipei Station (East 3), Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot
  • Notes: These are the suggested timings. It can be adjusted based on customer's liking.
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End Point

  • End at Shilin Night Market (Shi Lin Night Market, Shilin District, Taipei City, Taiwan)

Start & Ends

Daily
02:00PM - 08:20PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.

What to Pack

  • Camera
  • Cash (for meals and own expenses)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light backpack
  • Water bottle
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Meet your host

Fun Group Taiwan is a specialist in offering city trips with professional Japanese-speaking guides. Their guides are often complimented for their friendly service and thoughtfulness towards customers. Having their guides will also give you more insights into the local culture, history and yummy local eateries.
Experience: 7 years
Speaks: Basic English, Chinese, Japanese
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