Step into the World of Spirited Away - A Travelogue of Jiufen Old Street in Taipei

Why is it called Jiufen? According to the 'Taipei County Annals', Jiufen was a small village in the early Qing Dynasty, inhabited by only nine families. These nine families would 'divide into nine shares' every time they purchased various daily necessities or fish, and over time, the place was named Jiufen. Later on, Jiufen became the name of the village and has been used to this day. 🌟Highlight Feature: Jiufen is a mountain town, with houses scattered along the steep slopes in an orderly fashion, creating a layered and distinct landscape. At night, it becomes even more charming, reminiscent of Lijiang in Yunnan, China. However, compared to the bustling nightlife of Lijiang, it is much quieter here. 🌟Highlight Feature: There are many coffee shops in Jiufen, and the song 'Coffee Shop in Jiufen' by Taiwanese singer Chen Qiuzhen is inspired by this place. 🌟Highlight Feature: The entire Jiufen Old Street is the most lively place I visited in Taipei, where you can deeply feel the attraction that comes from the bloodline. 🍽Dining Recommendation: Jiufen's nostalgic atmosphere naturally inherits many delicacies, such as taro balls. In addition to the original sweet potato and taro flavors, there are also special matcha, sesame, and yam flavors, suitable for both hot and cold weather. 🍽Dining Recommendation: Don't go to a restaurant for a meal, just grab some snacks and eat while you stroll. Recommended are Lai A Po Taro Balls or A Ying Red Yeast Meat Balls. ✅Must Experience: A Mei Teahouse, the best place to view the scenery in the entire Jiufen Old Street. Be sure to choose a small table by the edge, order some tea and snacks, and overlook the scenery of the port below. 🧳Pre-trip Preparation: Watch Hou Hsiao-hsien's 'A City of Sadness' before you go. You can see scenes from the movie all over the old street, and you'll understand that the movie was filmed for Jiufen Old Street. 🗓Itinerary Suggestion: It is recommended to start exploring in the afternoon and continue until the evening. This way, you can enjoy the food and tea from various shops, as well as capture the most beautiful night scenes after sunset. 🌃 🚉Transportation Tips: There are buses from Taipei city to Jiufen Old Street. It is recommended for friends visiting Taipei to buy a Taipei bus card, which features various cartoon characters and is very collectible. ⏳Visiting Hours: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM 💰Average Spending: 300 yuan per person, there is no admission fee, and the money is mainly spent on teahouses and snacks, which are a bit expensive.