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A Little Taiwan Plus

Seasonal Taiwanese tea and food pairings

Enjoy a deeper understanding of Taiwan through seasonal Taiwanese teas and food culture.

[A quarterly magazine featuring 12 full-color pages, with interviews and editing conducted throughout Taiwan.]

This special feature covers Taiwanese tea-producing regions, history, stories of tea masters, brewing methods, food and dessert pairings, and recipes.

[4-5 types of Taiwanese tea, 3g-15g each]

From rare and exceptional teas to everyday Taiwanese teas, you can actually hold them in your hands and enjoy a luxurious tasting experience.

[Live Streaming]

Live online tea party and online cooking class: explanations of various types of Taiwanese tea and cooking demonstrations via video.

A Little Bit of Taiwan Plus Autumn 2026 Issue

[Autumn Issue of the Quarterly Magazine]

"A Journey Through Taiwanese Tea: The Complete Picture of Taiwanese Tea 100 Years Later."

The origins of Taiwanese black tea

A 100-year story passed down from the Japanese era.

Taiwanese black tea is spreading

A new world of black tea born from the oolong tea producing region.

Tea grown in nature

The allure of honey-scented black tea, which you can't experience the same way every year.

Recommended dessert recipes

[5 types of Taiwanese tea]

① Assam black tea from 80-year-old trees

② Ruby Black Tea (Taiwanese Tea No. 18) with the aroma of mint and cinnamon.

③ Sun Moon Lake original variety Taiwanese mountain tea black tea

④ Small-leaf black tea produced in oolong tea producing regions

⑤ Honey-scented black tea made from the power of nature

September/October/November Autumn Special

"A Journey Through Taiwanese Tea: The Complete Picture of Taiwanese Tea 100 Years Later"

Tea production began in various parts of Taiwan in 1925, during the Japanese colonial period, 100 years ago.

From among numerous potential locations, Sun Moon Lake was found to be the most suitable place for cultivating Assam tea, marking the beginning of the authentic history of Taiwanese black tea. Since then, a variety of varieties have been developed, including "Ruby," which was created by crossbreeding Assam tea with native Taiwanese mountain tea. In recent years, many unique small-leaf black teas have also emerged in oolong tea producing regions. Furthermore, even after 100 years, Taiwanese black tea continues to expand its appeal with new varieties such as honey-scented black tea, which is produced through the action of the small green leaf cicada.

This special feature traces the 100-year history of Taiwanese black tea, offering a comparative tasting of five representative varieties, explaining their characteristics, history, origins, and differences in varieties. Beyond simply understanding the subject matter, this feature allows you to experience the differences with all your senses through actual tasting.

Furthermore, for this special feature, we have created a "Taiwanese Black Tea Encyclopedia" that organizes the black teas currently produced throughout Taiwan by region and variety. We aim to make the complex and often confusing world of Taiwanese black tea easily understandable at a glance, creating a book that can be referred to again and again like a dictionary.

Why not embark on a journey into the profound world of Taiwanese black tea, exploring the history, culture, and passion of the producers behind each cup? This special feature offers new discoveries for both Taiwanese tea lovers and those who regularly enjoy black tea.

Tea production began in various parts of Taiwan in 1925, during the Japanese colonial period, 100 years ago.

From among numerous potential locations, Sun Moon Lake was found to be the most suitable place for cultivating Assam tea, marking the beginning of the authentic history of Taiwanese black tea. Since then, a variety of varieties have been developed, including "Ruby," which was created by crossbreeding Assam tea with native Taiwanese mountain tea. In recent years, many unique small-leaf black teas have also emerged in oolong tea producing regions. Furthermore, even after 100 years, Taiwanese black tea continues to expand its appeal with new varieties such as honey-scented black tea, which is produced through the action of the small green leaf cicada.

This special feature traces the 100-year history of Taiwanese black tea, offering a comparative tasting of five representative varieties, explaining their characteristics, history, origins, and differences in varieties. Beyond simply understanding the subject matter, this feature allows you to experience the differences with all your senses through actual tasting.

Furthermore, for this special feature, we have created a "Taiwanese Black Tea Encyclopedia" that organizes the black teas currently produced throughout Taiwan by region and variety. We aim to make the complex and often confusing world of Taiwanese black tea easily understandable at a glance, creating a book that can be referred to again and again like a dictionary.

Why not embark on a journey into the profound world of Taiwanese black tea, exploring the history, culture, and passion of the producers behind each cup? This special feature offers new discoveries for both Taiwanese tea lovers and those who regularly enjoy black tea.

The story of Taiwanese tea that can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons

The sixth year of "A Little Bit of Taiwan" is

It's better than before.

From now on, "A Little Bit of Taiwan" will focus on Taiwan's food and tea culture, bringing you a deeper look into the charms of Taiwan.


Beyond just information about tea, this guide also introduces Taiwanese tea, recommended local cuisine, and tourist destinations and sightseeing spots where you can experience tea and food culture.

Furthermore, the book includes information on how to enjoy Taiwanese tea and cuisine in each season, as well as recipes that you can actually try.

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Deadline for submissions to the Autumn 2026 issue of "A Little Bit of Taiwan Plus"

2026年11月20日まで

*The layout shown in the photos for this season may be subject to change during the production process.

A Little Taiwan Plus

Seasonal Taiwanese tea and food pairings

Enjoy a deeper understanding of Taiwan through seasonal Taiwanese teas and food culture.

[A quarterly magazine featuring 12 full-color pages, with interviews and editing conducted throughout Taiwan.]

This special feature covers Taiwanese tea-producing regions, history, stories of tea masters, brewing methods, food and dessert pairings, and recipes.

[4-5 types of Taiwanese tea, 3g-15g each]

From rare and exceptional teas to everyday Taiwanese teas, you can actually hold them in your hands and enjoy a luxurious tasting experience.

[Live Streaming]

Live online tea party and online cooking class: explanations of various types of Taiwanese tea and cooking demonstrations via video.

A Little Bit of Taiwan Plus Autumn 2026 Issue

[Autumn Issue of the Quarterly Magazine]

"A Journey Through Taiwanese Tea: The Complete Picture of Taiwanese Tea 100 Years Later."

The origins of Taiwanese black tea

A 100-year story passed down from the Japanese era.

Taiwanese black tea is spreading

A new world of black tea born from the oolong tea producing region.

Tea grown in nature

The allure of honey-scented black tea, which you can't experience the same way every year.

Recommended dessert recipes

[5 types of Taiwanese tea]

① Assam black tea from 80-year-old trees

② Ruby Black Tea (Taiwanese Tea No. 18) with the aroma of mint and cinnamon.

③ Sun Moon Lake original variety Taiwanese mountain tea black tea

④ Small-leaf black tea produced in oolong tea producing regions

⑤ Honey-scented black tea made from the power of nature

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The owner’s first book, The Taiwanese Tea Handbook — authentic knowledge from a local expert.

Would you like to embark on a journey into Taiwanese tea from a single leaf?

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This book gathers the knowledge of a local expert from extensive research across Taiwan’s tea regions. It introduces 15 types of Taiwanese tea — including green tea, Wenshan Baozhong, high mountain tea, Dong Ding oolong, Tieguanyin, Red Oolong, Oriental Beauty, black teas, white tea, mountain wild tea, honey black tea, Hakka preserved citrus tea, scented teas, and herbal infusions — covering their origins, processing, history, and recommended pairings, all with photographs. It also guides readers on teaware, brewing methods, certifications, and purchasing tips. From beginners to tea professionals, this is the definitive guide to Taiwanese tea.

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Title: The Taiwanese Tea Handbook: Authentic Knowledge from a Local Expert​

Author: Lin Pinchun

Release Date: September 2025

Format: A5 paperback, 160 pages

Price: ¥2,750 (including 10% tax)

ISBN: 978-4-7661-4085-9

​Available at: Amazon, Rakuten Books, Maruzen & Junkudo Online Store, Kinokuniya Online Store

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