This page serves as the home of all of my posts centering around my life as a graduate student in Taiwan! Here you might find practical information about moving to/living in Taiwan, dives into aspects of Taiwanese culture, or even travel tips for your own trip to Taiwan! Ultimately, this serves as a place for me to tell my story about what it is like to live in Taiwan.
Falling in Love with Taiwanese Opera in Taichung
First, I hope everyone has been enjoying the holidays and feels prepared for the coming…
Beyond the Torii Gate: Japanese Imperialism and the Taoyuan Martyrs’ Shrine
I hope everyone is having a good start to their week! It’s finally getting cold…
Taipei Zoo Review: A Must-Visit in Taiwan
This week, I have a very special and cuddly blog post for y’all! As part…
Mazu’s Bridge: A Festival of Faith and Cross-Strait Connection in the Matsu Islands
This is the final post about my trip to the wonderful Matsu Islands, so it’s…
Opening a Taiwanese Bank Account: A Retro Experience
Greetings! I just returned from a mystery destination (that I’ll begin covering in two weeks)!…
The Mark of a New Beginning: Getting a Traditional Chinese Seal
Welcome everyone to this very special week of posts! Just a reminder that this week…