[2025 New Taipei City Attraction] Travel Guide for Shifen Station (Updated Apr)

#BeijingTravelDestinations #100TravelStyles You can't miss this place when traveling to Taiwan, right?! You must fly a sky lantern at Shifen Sky Lantern Square It's a wish lantern where you write your wishes and desires and fly it The quiet feeling of the train tracks is also a great place, so I hope you visit! I also included various scenes of Taiwan, so please refer to them🩵 *** Location - Shifen Sky Lantern Square 226 New Taipei City, Pingxi District, Taiwan

#Taiwan must-visit check-in spots I deliberately took the train in Taiwan because there are so many attractions near the railway base, and each has its own characteristics. This time we took the Shifen-Xingfu route, and the strong railway style along the way was really great! There are many delicious restaurants near Ruifang Railway Station, especially a beef noodle restaurant that is delicious and offers a lot of side dishes. I really want to go there again!

Perhaps because it is a sight you can't see in Korea, Spon Station is a must-visit place in Taiwan! While looking around the Spon Station, a train passes by It was so new and fun because it was a sight you can't see in Korea🚞 More than anything, the staff took great pictures of the process of writing wishes on the back and flying them, So I captured some pretty memories📸 And there was a lot of food, so I ate some when I was hungry😋 📌 New Taipei City, Pingxi District, 226, Taiwan #TaiwanTravel #SoloTravel #Spon #SponStation #Taiwan #OverseasTravel #CityTravel #HotPlace #LifeTravelDestination #LifeShot

#discoverchina At Shifen Old Street, a standout culinary delight is the grilled chicken wings stuffed with rice, offered by Liou Ge (溜哥燒烤雞翅包飯). Situated near the train station, this stall serves a unique Taiwanese snack where deboned chicken wings are filled with savory rice, marinated, and grilled to perfection. The result is a crispy exterior encasing flavorful, tender rice—a satisfying treat that captures the essence of Taiwanese street food. The chicken was grilled nicely, flavourful and made such a satisfying snack/ street food. Enjoying this delicacy amidst the bustling atmosphere of Shifen, with trains passing by and lanterns ascending into the sky, provides an authentic and memorable experience. Definitely recommending this!

#discoverchina Shifen, a quaint town in Taipei’s Pingxi District, is known for its nostalgic charm and lively atmosphere. The narrow street flanked by old-style shops runs alongside active railway tracks, creating a unique and picturesque setting. Visitors flock here to release sky lanterns, writing wishes and watching them float into the sky—a symbolic and memorable experience. The area is lined with stores selling lanterns, local crafts, souvenirs, and classic Taiwanese snacks like peanut ice cream rolls and grilled sausages. With the sound of passing trains and the warm scent of street food, Shifen offers a truly magical and cultural escape from the city.

#discoverchina #taipeitrip Getting to Shifen Station from Ruifang Station is one of the easiest and most scenic journeys in Taiwan. Simply hop on the Pingxi Line, a charming local train known for its nostalgic atmosphere and beautiful countryside views. The ride takes about 25 minutes and costs around NT$20–25, making it both affordable and enjoyable. Trains typically run once every hour, so it’s best to check the schedule in advance to avoid long waits. Once you arrive at Shifen Station, you’ll find yourself right in the heart of the action—just steps away from the famous Shifen Old Street where you can release sky lanterns, and a short walk from the breathtaking Shifen Waterfall.

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#Jiufen #ShifenLantern 2nd day in Taipei Today is Jiufen! Shifen! I was excited from the morning to prepare for the holy land. First, from 8:00, I took the Taiwan Railway TDR from Ximen to Taipei Station, a local line to Hualien, and got off at Badu Station. There is a free bus to Shifen from the bus stop called Badu Elementary School. It seems to be once an hour, but it is the shortest and most cost-effective route, passing through Keelung City and running along mountain roads. Of course, in Shifen, I flew lanterns, took some cool photos, and was full of energy. Shifen is a small town in the mountains in a very rural area, so it's hard to kill time. So, it might be good to go somewhere else from here. Seeing a waterfall Then we took the valley line to Ruifang Station This was quite a town, so we walked around the town to see the market, and had lunch at the gourmet market. The pepper bun had a slightly strong star anise flavor, and was more ordinary than I expected. But the beef noodles and boiled dumplings were great. Now, finally, we are heading to the holy land of Jiufen We are going by bus. Buses 788, 965, and 1006 go. I jumped on the bus that just came and headed to Jiufen What, a bit The houses and temples lined up on a picturesque slope Jiufen Old Street, looking this way Here, the toilet is next to the police station. When you come to an unfamiliar country or place, it is important to check where the toilets are, and I was especially reminded of this in Jiufen. There are various shops in Jiufen Old Street, and many of the places remind me of scenes from Spirited Away But it is not a very big town, so it took a long time for it to become evening even after tea. It seems best to arrive in Jiufen around 15:30. There was not much to do on the way, so I walked around the area, and it was fun to discover a hidden cafe and meet a dog sleeping comfortably. Finally, we waited for about an hour in a place that was perfect for taking photos in Jiufen at night, and even though we were so crowded with people, the three wallflowers did their best. At Koufen, we changed our tapioca milk tea and bought some sweet potato mochi zenzai, and ate everything we wanted. There were a lot of Japanese people, and a lot of young people. Occasionally, Korean tour group members would come in to take group photos, and we watched the young Japanese people being attacked by the ajumma, and we killed time by watching a beautiful mother and daughter take photos of each other from various angles for about 30 minutes. Finally, the sun went down and we were able to take a beautiful photo of the lanterns. The tea shop was very pricey, and we had to pay 300T$ per person. After taking photos, we quickly went to the bus stop. We jumped on a bus that seemed like it would cost 1006,965 yen to get on and returned to Taipei. I could see Taipei 101 in the night view of Taipei. I got off at Ximen and my electronic money still hadn't gone down. Anyway, I went to a cosmetics shop and bought a high-end beauty pack. I decided to have hotpot for dinner tonight that I found near the hotel. There was a seat available so I went in easily! The day before, there was a line even though it was a weekday. I didn't know how to order, but I was asked if I wanted beef? pork? chicken? omaton? and I chose beef and pork. It seems that you can choose additional ingredients from the refrigerator, so I added things like tofu, minced fish, and udon. The hotpot was made by the staff and was delicious. The restaurant is called Masaka Self-help Hotpot Castle. #Maska Self-help Hotpot Castle It's so surprisingly delicious that I think you should go. The udon was also delicious. It looked like udon, but was chewy and fluffy. It was so tasty I couldn't help but say thank you. I'll definitely go again next time, and it's a restaurant I'd like to recommend to my friends. Well, I walked 16,000 steps on the second day too. I walked a lot, ate a lot, and laughed a lot.

#Spring0yentrip @#Asiatrip @#Familytrip To Taipei in February 2025 I took my 2-year-old child for 3 nights and 4 days on China Airlines! My child was nervous about his first flight, but it was a short time, so we arrived while he was sleeping! We went to the classic Longshan Temple, Jiufen, Shifen, and the night market! It was nice to be able to eat Xiaolongbao, pepper buns, and fried king oyster mushrooms at the night market, which are introduced in guidebooks, etc.~ We were able to go around the city with a stroller relatively easily, but Jiufen and Shifen were quite hard, even though we were using a baby carrier, as there were many slopes and stairs in the mountains. Of course, we mainly bought souvenirs of tea and sweets! Looking forward to going from Taichung to Kaohsiung next time! 💞Reasons why we recommend it: The flight time is short! There are many shops where you can relatively easily communicate in Japanese! 💰Price per person: About 100,000 yen including flight, hotel, souvenirs, etc.!

#MarchTravelSupportEvent Taiwan Spun Spun is famous for its sky lanterns. You can write your wishes on sky lanterns and fly them on the railroad tracks. Be careful because the railroad tracks are where the trains actually run!! ✔ Address: No. 81, Shifen St, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 226 #OverseasTravel

Eat, play and shop at Jiufen Old Street and experience the authentic flavor of Taiwan's old district and ancient city Enjoy a relaxing hike at Shifen Waterfall, pass by Shifen Station, release sky lanterns for blessings, walk on the suspension bridge, and admire the green mountains Experience the largest curtain-style waterfall in Taiwan, and be lucky enough to catch a small rainbow🌈 The pool of water under the waterfall is extremely deep, and the splashes of water are as powerful as a rainbow. When the sun shines on the water vapor, a rainbow appears, so Shifen Waterfall is also known as the "Rainbow Abyss". #Taipei Attractions

Pingxi Line Train🚂 + Shifen Sky Lantern🎈 + Jiufen Emotional Tour🏮 We left Taipei City and traveled to small towns nearby for a day! We took the Pingxi Line train to see towns full of Taiwanese sentiment, flew sky lanterns in Shifen, and walked along the quiet streets of Jiufen to enjoy moments like a scene from a movie.✨ 🚂 Pingxi Line Train Tour: Retro-inspired Trains From Taipei Main Station to Ruifang Station, transfer to the Pingxi Line to start your real trip! 📍 Jingtong (菁桐) The final stop of the Pingxi Line, it still has the atmosphere of an old mining town. You can feel the charm of this quiet town as you walk along the old train tracks and retro-inspired alleys. 📍 Shifen (十分) The most famous town on the Pingxi Line! This is a place where you can fly lanterns in the middle of the train tracks. Many travelers make a wish here. If you write your wish on a lantern with a different meaning for each color and release it into the sky, it will be a special moment of your trip. 📍 Pingxi (平溪) This is a town with a quieter atmosphere than Shifen. There are many old alleys and sentimental cafes, so it is good to take a leisurely look around. 🏮 Jiufen, a street that feels like you've walked into a movie Jiufen is famous for being the setting for the Japanese animation Spirited Away. If you actually visit here, you can find places similar to the atmosphere in the movie. ✨ "Amei Tea House (阿妹茶樓)" This is the most symbolic building in Jiufen. The red lanterns and traditional Taiwanese architecture combine to make you feel like you've stepped into a scene from an animation. It's also nice to drink tea inside the building and take your time admiring the scenery. ✨ "Jiufen Old Street (九份老街)" A shopping street along a narrow alley, where you can find various traditional snacks and souvenirs. ✔️ Peanut Ice Cream Roll - A dessert made with peanut powder and ice cream rolled like a tortilla! ✔️ Fish Cake Soup - A snack with chewy fish cake and soup. ✔️ Taro Ball Dessert - A warm dessert with chewy taro balls. The streets of Jiufen are even more charming when the lights are on. When you come down the stairs lined with red lanterns, you will see a familiar scene that seems to have appeared in a movie. 💡 Travel Tips! ✔️ The Pingxi Line trains run frequently, so it is better to check the timetable in advance and travel. ✔️ When releasing lanterns in Shifen, the train timing is important! It is better to hurry and take pictures before the train arrives. ✔️ Jiufen is more atmospheric in the evening. If you go late in the afternoon and walk around when it gets dark, you can have a more emotional experience. 🎈 From the Pingxi Line trip along the train tracks to Jiufen, which looks like a scene from a movie! It was a trip where you could fully experience the charm of the outskirts of Taipei in one day. If you are planning a trip to Taipei, I highly recommend you visit! 😊 #AustraliaFlightEvent

Jiufen is a popular tourist destination with its nostalgic streetscape lit by red lanterns. You can enjoy Amei Teahouse, which is said to resemble the atmosphere of Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away," retro teahouses lined up along the narrow slopes, and street food. The fantastic scenery is especially photogenic at night! Shifen is a town famous for sky lantern flying. You can write your wish on a sky lantern and send it flying into the sky, and it is said that your wish will come true. Other highlights include the retro old town and the impressive Shifen Waterfall (Taiwan's Niagara Falls). Both are spots where you can experience Taiwan's beautiful scenery and history, so be sure to visit! #TaiwanTrip

#favouriteitinerary #thingstodo #citydaytours Shifen Old Street is where Taiwan’s past dances with its present in the most picturesque way. Known for its iconic railway, it offers an authentic experience where nostalgia meets adventure. The main draw here is the sky lanterns—small paper wonders that drift into the sky, carrying with them the wishes of countless travelers. These lanterns, glowing softly against the backdrop of the mountains, create an atmosphere of magic and wonder. As you explore the street, it’s easy to lose track of time, with old shops selling local handicrafts, snacks, and tea. The railroad tracks that run through the town serve as both a historical reminder and a link to a simpler time. Whether you're there for the lanterns, the scenery, or the stories, Shifen Old Street will leave you with a lasting impression of Taiwan’s heart and soul.

#January travel support event Food and drink travel/ Nature recreation/ Memorable photo taking/ Nolmeng Shimeng I recommend a Taipei trip where you can do all of these themes :) The tour programs confirmed through Trip.com also add to the taste of the tour!! #Taiwan travel # Places to visit in Taiwan # My way # Day tour

#JanuaryGoodPlaces2025 Shifen Old Street is a beautiful spot full of ancient flavor, suitable for shopping and tasting delicious food. The owners of souvenir shops are very enthusiastic and can also provide postcard mailing services. The snacks here are good. There are many special foods on the old street, such as Liuge charcoal grilled chicken wings with rice, Shifen Ating Snow Roast, Shifen Baogui stinky tofu, Banyan Tree Rice Noodle Soup and Shifen Gandian. 💞Recommended reasons: The most important activity in Shifen is to release sky lanterns, which cost about 200 yuan. The prices vary depending on the size of the lantern, and the price includes the sky lantern and photo service. There are many sky lantern shops, but they are all pretty much the same. It mainly depends on how enthusiastic the owner is and whether the photos look good. You can choose sky lanterns of different colors and write down your wishes. Another feature of Shifen Old Street is that the old street and the railway coexist. It is a beautiful sight to take pictures standing on the railway. The train passes by about every half an hour to an hour, so be careful. You can also go to see Shifen Waterfall. It takes about 20-30 minutes to walk from Shifen Old Street to Shifen Waterfall. The waterfall is known as the "Niagara Falls of Taiwan." 🗓️Itinerary: Transportation tips: For the outbound trip, take the Taiwan Railway to Ruifang Station, then transfer to the Pingxi Line to Shifen Station. On the return trip, you can take the local train from Shifen Station to Ruifang Station, and then transfer to Taipei. The unique railway features and delicious food of Shifen Old Street will make you linger, so don't miss it. #New Taipei City Good Places #Shifen Old Street

If you look carefully at the Spun Lantern Station, you can find it~~

🌄 Start your adventure from Shifen Station, the starting point of the nostalgic railway, where you can feel the charm of going back in time. 🚂 Then, stroll along Shifen Old Street, taste the authentic snacks, and enjoy the leisurely atmosphere. 🍢 💦 The Shifen Waterfall, which cannot be missed, attracts countless tourists with its spectacular water flow and natural beauty. This is a great spot to take beautiful photos. 📸 🏮 Afterwards, head to Jiufen Old Street, a street full of history and culture that will immerse you in a nostalgic atmosphere. Savour local specialities such as refreshments from Ah Mei Tea House and delicious fish balls from Fish Ball Bo Zai. 🍵🍡 🍠 Finally, have Grandma Lai’s Taro Balls as a perfect ending. This dessert will put a sweet end to your journey. 😋 #Taiwan #Jiufen #Jiufen Old Street #Shifen Station #Shifen Waterfall

Jiufen is a very lively place where many Taiwanese and tourists go! There are beautiful views and many special products to buy! It is a place that everyone must go to! Because you can make a wish and release sky lanterns😍 and you can also pick up and bury fireworks🎆

#FuriTabiWinter You should definitely go to Shifen! The Showa retro feel is so cute and lovely✨️✨️ I recommend going by train! The view of Shifen from the train window is also something to behold! The second photo📷️ is of a bridge near Shifen🌉, which also has a nice retro feel! Next to it is a mural with a Taiwanese feel, like the painting in the third photo! There are many pastel colors, so it's sure to look great on Instagram! !

In Shifen, New Taipei City, Taiwan, you can enjoy lantern-flying on the train tracks! Different colors of lanterns grant different wishes, but when you release colorful lanterns with wishes written on them into the sky, the scenery of them swaying up into the sky creates a fantastic atmosphere. By the way, there is a lantern that is said to grant all wishes lol Actually, this place is a little scary when you are on the train tracks because trains pass by. The unique experience of pausing when a train comes and resuming after it has passed is what makes it so appealing. There are many restaurants on both sides of the tracks, so you can enjoy watching the lanterns rise while eating your way around! 📍Location: Shifen Old Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City #ShifenLantern #TaiwanTrip #LanternFlying #NewTaipeiCity #0YenTripAutumn

Shifen in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, has an old street connected to the railway tracks. You can experience the train passing by. The most unique feature is that you can release sky lanterns on the tracks. You can choose to release sky lanterns and make a wish on your birthday. Write your wishes on different colored papers on the sky lanterns and hope that your wishes will come true! In addition, you should also try the snacks and delicacies, especially the peanut ice cream, which is a great way to cool down in the somewhat hot and humid weather! #TaipeiGoodPlaces #ShifenSkyLanterns #Recently, a small wish has been fulfilled

#OctoberGoodDestinations2024 I believe that those who have watched "Those Years" will recognize this as the place where Ke Jingteng and Shen Jiayi released sky lanterns. Sky lanterns can be selected in single, four or eight colors. Different colors represent different types of wishes🎈🎈🎈 When releasing sky lanterns, the staff will also help take videos to record the scene. 🚝Transportation: Taipei Main Station to Ruifang Station (Taiwan Railway Ziqiang Express, about 30 minutes) Take a train from Ruifang Station to Shifen (train, about 30 minutes) #10SkyLantern

This place once flourished as a mining town, and scenery that evokes that history remains to this day. As the Pingxi Line train rocked along, the surrounding nature and retro station building came into view, and I felt as if I had gone back in time. When I arrived in town, the first thing I saw was people releasing sky lanterns filled with wishes. I joined in releasing a sky lantern into the sky, and the sight of it slowly rising into the night sky was beautiful and fantastical. Around the station, there are many old-fashioned shops and food stalls, and I spent a relaxing time tasting traditional local cuisine and looking at local specialties. Shifen is a quiet town where history and culture live on, and it was a place that made me feel nostalgic in some way. It is also full of charm that makes you want to visit at any moment. #Taiwan tourism #Shien Old Street #0yentravelautumn ──────────────────── Name: Shifen Old Street Address: No. 81, Shifen St, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 226 ────────────────────

"Shifen" is a small town located in New Taipei City, Taiwan, and is especially famous for its "sky lanterns". The town is easily accessible from Taipei and is a popular spot for many tourists. The biggest attraction of Shifen is the annual "Sky Lantern Festival". Visitors can release lanterns with wishes written on them into the sky, and the countless lanterns floating in the night sky create a fantastic sight. Lanterns are an event rooted in traditional Chinese culture, and it is believed that wishes will reach the heavens. In particular, the moment when the lanterns are raised is moving and becomes a special experience for visitors. Shifen also has a beautiful natural environment, and the surrounding mountains and flowing rivers refresh visitors. In the town, old streets with a nostalgic atmosphere remain, and you can enjoy local snacks and souvenirs while strolling. Eating out in Shifen is also one of the attractions. In particular, local foods such as "Agan douhua" and "Ryuen" are recommended and popular with tourists. There are also numerous teahouses and cafes scattered around the area, where you can fully enjoy Taiwan's tea culture. Shifen is a place where culture and nature come together, and you can have the special experience of making a wish through a lantern, making it a must-visit spot during your trip to Taiwan. #0YenTravelAutumn

#9月好去地方2024 #台北近郊 #十十天灯 #十十站 #十分幸福 Remember this if you are going to Shifen by train! ! ! Go early! ! Because the last bus back to Taipei is after 6 o'clock! 🫠 So when we got there it was already too late, we only had time to stay for an hour before we had to catch the bus. But the chicken drumstick rolls at the first shop after getting off the bus were really delicious! The baby who doesn't like to eat meat ate one by himself🤣 Releasing sky lanterns should be a must-do item 😎 The little baby said wow when he saw it! It’s the sky lantern from Rapunzel’s house🤣🤣Yes~ That’s him Basically, we will be leaving after releasing the sky lanterns😭 so remember to go early!

Hello, today we will introduce a tourist attraction in Taiwan that follows the movie 18×2 Beyond Youthful Days or 青春18x2, such as Shifen, which is another place that you can't miss when you go to Taiwan because it has the most delicious peanut ice cream there. And we can also walk to the waterfall. Traveling is very easy. You can take the train from Taipei Main Station to Ruifang and change to the Pingxi line. Anyone who has plans to go to Taiwan or is a fan of this movie, don't miss it. #Travel with trip2024 #taiwantravel #Travel abroad

#SeptemberTravelSupportEvent #Taiwan #TaiwanTravel #Spon There are many experiences worth trying when traveling to Taiwan, but the most meaningful and memorable one was flying the Spon lantern! They say that if you write your wish carefully and send it up to the sky, your wish will come true 😊 You can eat delicious chicken wing fried rice, peanut ice cream, and Taiwanese sausage for dessert, so it was a really fun travel destination🫶🏻

Shifen Train Station is located in Pingxi District of New Taipei, Taiwan. Of all stations I have been to, this one is unique and humbling. The railway and the trains are kinda old relative to the new ones in the main city. The open station with blowing fresh air, sky lanterns up in the sky, the smell of stinky tofu and local delis which are situated bedside the railway gives a unique and nostalgic feeling. Im not quite sure if this train railway passes through the Shifen Old Street where the sky lanterns are lit up to fly, I have seen one train passed by while we were doing photo-ops at the railway of Shifen Old Street. The place is surrounded by charmingly old yet vibrant buildings which stood filled with memoirs. If you happen to pass by and take the train going to Jiufen, maybe try the local delicacies in the sidewalk of the railway. Peope here are very kind and honest. This place is a must visit, no doubt at all!