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Illustrative Yanping Dog Exercise Area sits on the riverside green beyond the levee of Yanping Riverside Park in Taipei's Datong District, inside the Laoshi Li neighborhood. Opened on April 9, 2022, it is Datong District's first dog-only park, covering about 1,750 square meters with separate sections for large and small dogs. Safety fencing, double-gated entries, benches, dog-waste bag dispensers, trash bins, and washing stations make the site comfortable and secure. After a run, owners can walk over to the nearby Dadaocheng and Dihua Street commercial district for a meal or coffee, extending the outing into a relaxed half-day in one of Taipei's most historic neighborhoods.
Illustrative Dabune Marble Soda Tourism Factory is located at No. 11, Minsheng Road, Tongluo Township, Miaoli County, Taiwan's only indoor tourism factory themed around marble soda. It operates by appointment and is ideal for families with children as well as teens curious about retro toys and technology. The 1.5-hour tour includes a marble soda video presentation, historical introduction, DIY marble soda making, puffed rice experience, and free-play marble games. Adult tickets are NT$250, free for children under three, and visits are rain-or-shine. Hours: 10:00-17:00 daily. The factory offers guided tours and diverse interactive experiences, making it a popular family attraction for a Miaoli day trip.
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Illustrative →Usu Cafe
uSu Cafe at No. 83, Section 1, Xi An Road in Pu Li Township, Nantou County, is a coffee shop reborn from a Showa-era Japanese-style wooden heritage house. The interior preserves retro Japanese decor and serves brunch, pasta, grilled rice balls, pour-over coffee, and a wide dessert selection, with a menu built around local ingredients and inventive dishes. Seating is limited, mixing regular chairs with shoe-off tatami zones, so reservations via IG or FB are recommended, especially on busy weekends. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, with street parking nearby and paid lots a short walk away. Ideal for travelers craving slow living, vintage atmosphere, and refined brunch.
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Illustrative →Monster World Sugar Dog Village
Yokai Realm Sugar Dog Village at No. 2-6 Dong Shan Road in Nantou City is a Japanese monster-style theme park inspired by the designer's beloved dog Jiao Bai. The grounds blend creative landscapes, a dog shrine, Japanese torii gates, and a Spirited-Away-style Kamaji foot-soaking pool, with pet-friendly settings and stroller-friendly family play areas. Hours run Saturdays and Sundays 11 AM to 4 PM, with entry at NT$250 (NT$200 redeemable on consumption) and parking on site. Ideal for travelers who love photo check-ins, fantasy atmosphere, and stray-animal advocacy.
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Illustrative →Niksen Coffee
Niksen Coffee at No. 592-12 Da Chang Road in Guo Xing Township, Nantou County, sits next to Leng Yan Gong temple. The cafe embraces Nordic minimalism and serves house-roasted specialty coffee, pour-over brews, waffles, savory plates, and desserts in a spacious, pet-friendly setting. Outside, a large free parking area awaits, with surrounding mountain views that invite guests to truly space out. Hours run 10 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and 9 AM to 6 PM on holidays, perfect for travelers seeking quiet time, gatherings, or photo moments.
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Illustrative →Little Island Good Music
Islet Inn in Pu Li, Nantou County, sits about five minutes by car from downtown amid fields of water bamboo and sugarcane. It is an artistic, pet-friendly lodge offering independent suites, a sunny terrace, barbecue facilities, and a picnic area, with no extra pet fees, perfect for travelers wanting to bring their dogs or cats along. The rooms may show their age, but each has a unique house number and decor that conveys warmth and the host's attentive care.
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Illustrative →Xiao Jiang Traditional Noodles & Stinky Tofu
Xiao Jiang Old-Style Noodles and Stinky Tofu at No. 147 Dong Rong Road in Pu Li Township, Nantou County, sits near the Pu Li transit station and is a beloved local snack shop. The signature crispy-skinned stinky tofu is golden outside and tender inside, alongside a creative stinky tofu with braised pork rice that is crisp, fragrant, and adored by foodies. The shop is pet-friendly, suited to families and travelers with dogs, with friendly prices and reviews commonly above 4.7 stars, making it a must-try Pu Li local food stop.
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Illustrative →Sinabo View Restaurant
Si Na Bao Landscape Restaurant in Ren Ai Township, Nantou County, sits in the forest near Cing Jing Farm and offers wide views overlooking Wu She Reservoir and the green mountains beyond. The kitchen centers on indigenous cuisine, serving specialties such as urn-roasted whole chicken, salt-grilled fish, and Yunnan-Myanmar flavors that blend local character with exotic flair. The venue offers outdoor seating and floor-to-ceiling windows so diners enjoy natural scenery with their meal, plus pet-friendly areas (leashed on the ground) and free parking, suited to families, couples, and pet travelers. Reservations are recommended to secure the best observation seats.
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