Timeline
15:24
Breakfast Shop that has been around for half of a century
Start with a hearty local breakfast at the shop that has been around for half of a century. It is open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, so you can grab a meal early and beat the heat.
15:54
Walk to Daken Beach to kill time near the water. It is a short 12-minute walk from the competition area, giving you a quiet spot to stretch your legs before the crowds arrive.
16:54
Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition
Head to the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd for the main event. Arrive early to find a good spot near the bamboo tower climbing and community ceremonies. The event is free and held in the seventh lunar month.
17:24
Move to Toucheng Coastal Forest Park to watch the sunset. Located just 10 minutes from the anchor to the southeast, this park offers a clear view of the sun setting toward the WSW as the evening rituals continue below.
18:09
End the evening at Kanea Garden Pizza Bar. It opens at 16:00 and closes at 22:00, making it the perfect spot for a beer and light dinner in a casual garden setting after the sun goes down.
Local tip
The competition dates vary annually with the lunar calendar. Check the local schedule before you go. The viewing spot at Toucheng Coastal Forest Park is a short walk from the main square, allowing you to see the sunset while still feeling the energy of the event.
Check before you go
- Kanea Garden Pizza Bar is open 16:00-22:00.
- Breakfast Shop that has been around for half of a century is open 09:00-18:00.
- The Ghost Festival is held in the seventh lunar month; dates vary.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Toucheng (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).