Introduction: Ximending is located in the northeast of Wanhua District, Taipei City, and is the most important consumer business district in West Taipei.
The place name Ximending comes from Japan.
At that time, most residents lived in Taipei, and the Ximen area was their resting place.
In 1896, the first theater "Tokyo Pavilion" was built here.
In 1922, it was officially named after Ximending.
Introduction to Ximending
It is a highly cosmopolitan business district in Taipei.
There is a commercial pedestrian street here, and various books, records, and clothing favored by "Japanophiles" have become representatives of youth subculture. It is also a place frequented by international backpackers.
Ximending is also a famous movie street.
It was right to come here to watch the Taipei premiere.
Almost every weekend, there are small concerts, autograph sessions, first album sales, and various movie promotions and street performances.
If you want to feel the atmosphere of Ximending, it is recommended to come at night, when the crowd is quite lively.
We must mention the "red envelope" entertainment with Taiwanese characteristics, which is mainly distributed on Hankou Street, Emei Street, and Xining South Road.
The red envelope field originated in the 1960s, when it was modeled after a Shanghai karaoke bar for mainland military officers and military dependents who came to Taiwan.
In order to encourage their favorite singers, some audience members put their wallets in red envelopes and gave them to the singers during the performance.
Later, it gradually became known as the red envelope field. The singers dressed in gorgeous costumes, with active limbs, and enthusiastic communication and interaction were the characteristics of the red envelope field.
When visiting Ximending, you can’t forget to taste the delicious food here.
We recommend Li Tianlu Braised Meat and Azong Noodles, the Japanese restaurant "Meiliyuan", and the snack "Yaping", which are affordable and cost-effective.
You can also go to Ximen Red House.