In Search of Taiwanese Sensibility
2025 / July
“Taiwanese sensibility” has been a hot topic online in recent years, but what does it mean? Perhaps it refers to Taiwan’s blend of old and new, perhaps its laid-back atmosphere filled with human kindness. However, in concrete terms it is inextricably connected to memory-filled old buildings, red-brick structures, decorative window lattices, streetscapes, and patterned glass. Together such things contribute to a special aesthetic that is part of daily life and flows through the island’s streets and alleys.
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#Taiwan Sensibility:
The Gritty, Retro Appeal of Taiwan’s Walkups
Koreans traveling in Taiwan often post photographs of Taiwanese street scenes on social media with the hashtag #대만감성—Daeman gamseong or “Taiwan sensibility.” The hashtag is often attached to shots of walkup apartment buildings built at least 40 or 50 years ago, or lush greenery, or colorful ne......
Whimsical Windows:
The Beauty of Patterned Glass
Taiwanese sensibility” has been a buzzword among Internet users recently. Some associate it with youthful hues that carry a scholarly vibe. Others describe it as a retro atmosphere—nostalgic, warm, somewhat carefree. The discussion revolves around key components such as old houses, red bricks,......
Palpable Poetry:
Exposed Aggregate Concrete
Visitors from far and near come to Taipei’s Dihua Street to experience the bustling energy and warm hospitality in the clusters of shops selling traditional dried foodstuffs. Architectural styles from different eras complement each other here, with numerous buildings dating from more than a ce......
Tipsy in Taipei:
Cocktail Bars for Every Taste
Whether you are looking for crowds and excitement, secluded tranquility, or a place where “everybody knows your name,” there are bars in Taipei that can cater to everyone’s desires.......
Savor the Flavor:
Foreign Media Influencers Explore Taiwan’s Night Markets
In recent years, “Korean Wave” stars visiting Taiwan have used the popular Instagram hashtag “Taiwanese sensibility” (in Korean) for posts about daily life in Taiwan. They have highlighted Taiwan’s cultural charm—retro, unrestrained, and laid-back. At night markets, many people stroll through ......
Exploring Taiwan’s Night Markets with Mariko Okubo
Taiwan’s night markets are like a downhome meal made by combining passion with human kindness. —Mariko Okubo......
Exploring Taiwan’s Night Markets with YouTuber Ku
The utility poles and shop signs along Taiwan’s streets give you the feeling of being on the set of an Asian film. —Ku......
Exploring Taiwan’s Night Markets with Nguyen Thu Hang
Night markets are an entrée to culture, inviting everyone to experience Taiwan with their eyes, noses, and mouths. —Nguyen Thu Hang......
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