'Taichung' Debuts in 'Chikyu no Arukikata' Overseas Edition! The Long-Awaited Taiwan Guide 'Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan & Towns in Central Taiwan' is Now on Sale

Arukikata. Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; President: Kunihiro Arai), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; President: Hiroaki Miyahara), released 'Chikyu no Arukikata Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan & Towns in Central Taiwan 2026-27' at bookstores nationwide and online on April 23, 2026. ■ 'Taichung' joins the Chikyu no Arukikata overseas edition lineup! Since its launch in 1979, the travel guidebook 'Chikyu no Arukikata' has been supported by many readers. Covering about 160 countries and regions with approximately 120 titles in its overseas edition, 'Taiwan' is highly popular among Japanese travelers. We previously offered three titles: the main 'Taiwan' edition, the 'Taipei' edition, and the 'Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung & Towns in Southern Taiwan' edition. Now, a new publication featuring 'Taichung', a major city in central Taiwan surging in popularity, has arrived. 'Chikyu no Arukikata Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan & Towns in Central Taiwan' is a deep guidebook packed with Taiwan's charm, introducing Taichung's city walks, stunning scenery, gourmet food, architecture, old streets, night markets, and railways, as well as Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, and highly unique towns in central Taiwan! ■ Thoroughly enjoy the heart of Taiwan! Special features unique to Chikyu no Arukikata ▼ Enjoy 120% even if it's your first time in Taichung! The latest plans & recommended spots A huge feature on recommended spots and themes that you can enjoy even on your first visit, including city walks, scenic views, food, architecture, old streets, night markets, and trains. The model plans packed with walking routes, must-see spots, and must-eat foods are highly useful! - Perfect for first-timers! Taichung 3-day, 2-night model plan - Master Taichung's new transit system, the Taichung MRT! - Encounter colorful and stunning views in Taichung & Central Taiwan - Tour large-scale railway heritage sites ▼ A lineup of local gourmet foods unique to Taichung & Central Taiwan A massive collection of local foods you definitely want to eat on-site. There are dishes rarely seen in Taipei and unique eating styles specific to central Taiwan! Must-sees include the popular night market food feature (a joy of Taiwan travel), a Taichung cafe feature showing authentic roastery cafes popping up one after another, and a complete guide to 'Miyahara', a highly popular renovated sweets shop exclusive to Taichung with a world view that captivates maiden hearts. - Local gourmet foods to eat on-site! Central Taiwan local food guide - Check out the must-eat foods! Let's head to the local night market - Taichung only! Complete guide to the captivating 'Miyahara' & its sister stores ▼ Guide to walking and highlights of highly unique, undiscovered towns in Central Taiwan Introduces walking routes and highlights not only for popular tourist destinations like Sun Moon Lake and Alishan, but also for unique towns in central Taiwan such as Chiayi, Lukang, Changhua, Puli, and Beigang. Please check out the plans and features where you can encounter deep, undiscovered charms of Taiwan. - Depart on a scenic cycling trip at Sun Moon Lake, one of Taiwan's premier scenic spots! - A nostalgic walk in Lukang Old Street to the red-brick old town [Product Overview] ■ 'D12 Chikyu no Arukikata Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan & Towns in Central Taiwan 2026-2027' Author: Chikyu no Arukikata Editorial Department Price: 2,310 yen (tax included) Release Date: April 23, 2026 Format: Modified A5 size / 256 pages E-book: Available ISBN: 978-4-05-802650-2 Publisher: Arukikata. Co., Ltd. Distributor: Gakken Co., Ltd. Chikyu no Arukikata: https://www.arukikata.co.jp/guidebook/363007/ Gakken Publishing Site: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/2080265000 [Purchase the book here] - Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4058026502 - Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18525077/ - Kindle: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0GL74PKJ7/ - Rakuten Kobo: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rk/8c1d6f32b23e3919a01ff2e8460aa55f/ ■ Arukikata. Co., Ltd. https://www.arukikata.co.jp/company/ - President: Kunihiro Arai - Incorporation Date: December 1, 2020 (Business started January 1, 2021) - Capital: 5 million yen - Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416 - Business Description: Publishing 'Chikyu no Arukikata' and related businesses, travel marketing, non-life insurance agency business ■ GAKKEN HOLDINGS CO., LTD. https://www.gakken.co.jp/