📍 九份(Jiufen)⛰
~ The World of Spirited Away ~
About Jiufen
Have you ever dreamed of visiting the world of Spirited Away? Visit Jiufen if that's what you're looking for! Spirited Away also known as 千と千尋の神隠し is a Japanese animated film directed by Hayao Miyazaki and animated by Studio Ghibli. The story takes place in a new neighborhood where 10-year-old Chihiro enters the spiritual world of Kami. Known for its resemblance to Spirited Away, Jiufen attracts international tourists worldwide. In the early days of Jiufen, camphor was the primary source of economic activity. Jiufen had 90 stoves for camphor processing, and 10 stoves were generally grouped together in a processing site. These nine processing sites evolved over time into Jiufen meaning "nine units" or "nine sections." Later on, Jiufen developed to be the center of gold mining. As a result, Jiufen became a gold city in Asia after it attracted prospectors and workers. As a result, several movies were filmed or associated to this village, including Spirited Away which won an Oscar in 2002.
Location/Access
It is situated within the hills in northeast of Taiwan next to the mountain and facing the sea. The city is in Ruifang District, New Taipei City of Taiwan which only takes just over an hour to reach from Taipei, Taiwan.
- Taxi (TWD 1,200-1,400)
- Public Transport (TWD 110+)
- Shuttle Bus
- Tours (including other sites)
📍 Amei Tea House
One of the most histric and well-known teahouse in Jiufen. The building is famous for the grand building that resemble the bathhouse in Spirited Away🏮 I highly recommend you to visit this place if you are around!
📍224, Taiwan, New Taipei City, Ruifang District, 市下巷20號
