Discovered in Jiufen, Taiwan! Exploring the Charm of CHLIV Black Coffee and Ghibli
CHLIV's Black Coffee
TaiwanJiufen CHLIV - Jiufen Store
- Food Travel Log
- Upon arriving in Jiufen, a town that was once a gold mining area, I stepped off the bus and was immediately convinced of victory by the overwhelming scenery. Overcome with excitement, I decided to cool down with a hot coffee. The abundance of Ghibli merchandise made it hard to keep my wallet in check. No wonder it's often said to be the setting for Spirited Away. Miyazaki: "That's just a rumor." What!?
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 140 New Taiwan Dollar
- Meal Date
- 1/3/2025
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- Jiufen attracts many tourists with its beautiful mountain scenery and its resemblance to the setting of the 1980s to 1990s Japanese animated film "Spirited Away." However, rumors have outpaced reality since Studio Ghibli itself has not officially acknowledged any connection. On the other hand, the cafe chain CHLIV offers black coffee, making it a popular spot for travelers to relax while enjoying the Taiwanese landscape. In tourist destinations like Jiufen, the change in steam pressure at higher altitudes can create subtle differences in coffee flavor, allowing for the enjoyment of new tastes during a trip. Incidentally, this gourmet blogger seemed to cool down a bit too much with the coffee and, thanks to the caffeine, viewed reality with calmness. However, it’s said that they had quite a hot reaction—or maybe they didn’t—to Miyazaki's comment, "That's a rumor."
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