Boba Boom! The Taiwanese Origins of Japan’s Latest Craze
Japan gave Taiwan manga, anime, and KTV. Taiwan is now returning the favor with bubble milk tea.
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Cosplay Activist Brings Anime Style to Taiwan Politics
A heroine from the classic anime TV show Neon Genesis Evangelion was spotted several times in the flesh during Taiwan’s recent election campaign asking people to vote for her.
Taipei’s Straight-Talking Mayor Aims to Hold Balance of Power
Opinionated, outspoken and gaffe prone, Taipei’s Mayor Ko Wen-Je is a favorite of students and other young people, who flock to his rallies as if he were a rock star.
