When the Spring Breeze Blows

Taipei | Hotel Royal-Nikko TaipeiThe awakening of entertainment and the performing arts in the city’s historic commercial district

During the Japanese colonial era, Dadaocheng was more than a thriving center of trade in tea, textiles, and imported goods—it was also where Taipei’s modern entertainment culture began to flourish. Cinema, traditional opera, modern theatre, and musical performances converged here. With the rise of the recording industry, songs from the stage and silver screen were recorded, distributed, and shared across Taiwan, laying the foundation for modern Taiwanese popular music.

This journey begins at the former residence of Lee Lim-chhiu, where an intimate private concert brings timeless melodies to life within a historic setting. Continue on foot to the former Yongle Theater and the historic All Beauty Restaurant, revisiting the golden age of Taiwanese popular music. The experience concludes at SIDOLI RADIO, where cassette tapes, vintage radio broadcasts, and analog soundscapes transport you back to the glamour and nostalgia of old Taipei.

Some stories deserve to be heard.
Listen beyond the melody to discover the subtle yet profound Resonance of the Land.

  • Part 01

    An Intimate Concert in a Historic Residence

    Step inside the former residence of Lee Lim-chhiu, built in 1887. Guided by the museum curator, learn about the celebrated songwriter’s life before enjoying a private concert featuring beloved classics spanning the 1930s through the 1970s.

  • Part 02

    A Musical Heritage Walk Through Dadaocheng

    Stroll past the former Yongle Theater and the historic All Beauty Restaurant, tracing the evolution of Taiwanese popular music from radio broadcasts and vinyl records to live theatrical performances, and rediscover Dadaocheng’s legacy as the cradle of Taiwan’s popular music.

  • Part 03

    Youth Rewound Through Cassette Tapes

    Visit SIDOLI RADIO, where ordering your drink with a cassette tape becomes the beginning of a nostalgic listening ritual. Journey through the evolution of music formats and relive the intimate listening experiences of the Walkman generation.

Enjoy the journey

  • Royal Explorer Exclusive

    Guided by local experts. Limited departures. Limited availability.
    Listen beyond the melody and discover the city’s Resonance of the Land.

    1. One-night stay for two with breakfast | Expert-guided local experience | Selected departure dates
    2. Guided tour of the former residence of Lee Lim-chhiu, followed by an intimate concert and a musical heritage walk through Dadaocheng
    3. Enjoy an afternoon of cassette-inspired music at SIDOLI RADIO with a NT$150 beverage credit

  • Royal Explorer Accommodation Package

    Choose your preferred travel dates and discover the city at your own pace.

    1. One-night stay for two with breakfast | Flexible travel dates
    2. Receive either two vinyl-inspired coasters from the Lee Lim-chhiu Residence or two beverage vouchers for SIDOLI RADIO
    3. Just a five-minute walk from the MRT, making it easy to explore Dadaocheng and enjoy a leisurely stroll through one of Taipei’s most historic neighborhoods

Behind Every Melody Are the Stories They Share

Lee Lim-chhiu Residence

A designated municipal historic site, the Lee Lim-chhiu Residence was an important creative space for the legendary Taiwanese lyricist Lee Lim-chiu. More than preserving the inspiration behind classics such as Bang Chhun-hong (Longing for the Spring Breeze) and The Four Seasons of Red, the residence transforms its historic setting into an intimate stage through live performances, allowing visitors to experience these timeless songs where they were born.

SIDOLI RADIO

A thoughtfully curated space centered on the art of sound, Sidoli Radio brings together coffee, cassette tapes, vinyl records, and radio culture. Its founder regards analog music formats as capsules of memory, inviting visitors to revisit the pure joy of personal listening through every carefully preserved cassette.