♫*。♪ +♯*⚽Get to the World Games (Kaohsiung Arena)
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📍Address: No. 757, Bo'ai 2nd Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
📞Tel: 07-9749888
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Transportation Information
♫Kaohsiung City Bus: Routes 24, Red 62, 100, 168, 217, 224, 301 to Metro Arena Station.
♫Kaohsiung City Bus: Routes 3, 16, Red 36 to Metro Arena Station (R14).
♫Kaohsiung MRT: Red Line R14 Arena Station, exit from Exit 5.
♫*。♪ +♯* The Kaohsiung Arena, located in Zuoying District, is a modern multi-purpose sports venue with a seating capacity of 15,000. It opened in 2008 and can host events such as basketball and volleyball games, as well as concerts and large-scale events. The arena was one of the venues for the 2009 World Games. The design of the arena resembles a flying saucer, with the main structure standing 40 meters tall. It is equipped with modern facilities, such as large electronic screens and an adjustable ceiling system, meeting Olympic venue standards. The seating is movable, allowing for quick adjustments in space usage. The complex includes a shopping mall and over 1,400 parking spaces, connected to the Hanshin Department Store, creating a multi-functional hub for sports, leisure, and shopping. It has become a new landmark in northern Kaohsiung.
♫*。♪ +♯* Site Map & Full Area Floor Plan
First-floor layout
Fourth-floor layout
Sixth-floor layout
Second-floor layout
Fifth-floor layout
♫*。♪ +♯*Competitions & Events
♫ Kylie Minogue: Tension Tour 2025
Event Date: 2025/03/15
♫ 114th National Indigenous Peoples Games
Event Date: 2025/03/21
♫ 2025 Jacky Cheung 60+ Concert Tour - Kaohsiung Station
Event Date: 2025/03/28–2025/03/30
♫ Zhang Zhao Kaohsiung Pet Supplies Expo
Event Date: 2025/04/11–2025/04/14
♫ 20th KKBOX Music Awards
Event Date: 2025/04/19
♫TPBL 2024-25 Kaohsiung Fubon Braves Regular Season Home Games
Event Date: 2025/04/26–2025/04/27
♫*。♪ +♯* Local Delicacies
♫ No.1 Sliced Noodles
Address: No. 611-1, Zuoying Dadao, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-5823683
♫ Rong Yuan Xian Bing Zhu
Address: No. 615, Zuoying Dadao, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-58101321
♫ San Niu Beef Noodles
Address: No. 85, Shengli Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-5887264
♫ Guomao Wu Ma Jia Dumplings
Address: No. 8, Cuifeng Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-5887857
♫*。♪ +♯* Hanshin Arena ♫*。♪ +♯*
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Hanshin Arena
📍Address: No. 777, Bo'ai 2nd Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
📞Phone: 07-5559688
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♫*。♪ +♯* Hanshin Arena Delicacies ♫*。♪ +♯*
♫*。♪ +♯*Hanshin Arena is a renowned shopping and entertainment complex in Kaohsiung, offering a variety of services to meet diverse consumer needs. Below is a general layout of the center:
♪1st Floor: Flagship stores and high-end brands with stunning designs that attract visitors.
♪2nd Floor: Sports and leisure brands, ideal for sports enthusiasts.
♪3rd Floor: Fashion-forward clothing with quick updates and many limited-edition items.
♪4th Floor: Food court offering a wide range of Taiwanese snacks and international cuisines.
♪5th Floor: Entertainment facilities, including a cinema and a family-friendly play area.
♪6th Floor: Beauty and skincare products, featuring both high-end and affordable brands.
♪7th Floor: Luxury boutique brands, providing professional services.
With a diverse range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, Hanshin Arena caters to a wide variety of consumer needs, attracting large crowds.
♫*。♪ +♯* Hanshin Arena Themed Restaurants
♯* Din Tai Fung
Din Tai Fung
Location: B1, Gourmet Life Hall
Phone: 07-5533312
Founded in 1958, Din Tai Fung is renowned for its classic dishes such as siao long bao (soup dumplings), soups, and fried rice. The restaurant has won numerous international awards and accolades, including being named one of the top ten restaurants in the world, one of Asia's best restaurants, and the best global chain restaurant. In 2022, TasteAtlas ranked it as the second-best traditional restaurant in Asia. With branches across Japan, the United States, South Korea, Singapore, and other countries, Din Tai Fung has brought Taiwan's delicious cuisine to the world stage.
♯* Thai Town
Thai Town
Location: 4F, Generation Trend Mall
Phone: 07-5505122
Thai Town is the largest Thai restaurant brand in the country, known for its fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and attentive service. With over 60 branches, it has attracted millions of customers and earned the title of the most popular chain restaurant for office workers' group meals. The restaurant continues to be a favorite for those seeking genuine Thai cuisine.
♯* J&G Fried Chicken
J&G Fried Chicken
Location: B1, Gourmet Life Hall
Phone: 07-5225470
Founded in 1973 in Taichung, J&G Fried Chicken is a renowned fried food chain. The first store, located at the intersection of Jiguang Street in Taichung, is famous for its vibrant red sign and the mouthwatering aroma of freshly fried chicken, which fills the air and draws in customers from all around. Known for its crispy and flavorful fried chicken, J&G Fried Chicken has become a beloved local snack and has expanded its presence with several branches.
♯* World Games
Address: No. 100, Shiyun Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
World Games Station is a metro station on the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line, located at the intersection of Zuonan Road and Shiyun Avenue in the Nanzi District, near Zuoying District. The station is identified by the code R17. South of this station, the Red Line subway tunnels underground beneath the Half-Ping Mountain area. The station serves as a convenient transit point for accessing the World Games Stadium, which was a key venue during the 2009 World Games held in Kaohsiung.
✮⋆。°✩⋆˙How to Get to the National Stadium
✮⋆。°✩⋆˙ National Stadium Introduction
♫*。♪ +♯*National Stadium Introduction
♫Basic Information:
Name: National Stadium (formerly the World Games Main Stadium, also known as Longteng Stadium)
Address: No. 100, World Games Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
Operator: National Stadium Management Office (affiliated with the Kaohsiung City Government Sports Development Bureau)
Seating Capacity: 40,350 standard seats, with the potential to expand to 55,000 seats
Architect: Toyo Ito
Construction Period: Groundbreaking on November 22, 2006; completed on January 21, 2009; opened on May 17, 2009
Construction Cost: NT$5 billion
♫Features and Design:
Taiwan's largest stadium, capable of hosting international-level events.
The first stadium in the world with an open-roof design, meeting the standards of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA).
Eco-friendly Green Building: The roof is equipped with 8,844 solar panels, generating a power capacity of 1MWp, making it the first sports venue in the world with a one-million-watt power generation capacity.
♫Historical Development:
2009: Served as the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies and competitions of the 2009 World Games.
2011: The Kaohsiung City Government took over management from the Sports Administration and began promoting the development of the sports park.
Recent Years: Continuously hosts football matches, concerts, charity events, and religious activities.
Events Held at the World Games Main Stadium:
♫Sports Events:
2009 World Games (Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Discus, 7-a-side Rugby Matches)
2010 East Asian Football Championship Qualifiers
Taiwan Enterprise Football Premier League, Mulan Football League
AFC U23/U19 Championship Qualifiers
International Football Matches (Home games for the Chinese Taipei National Football Team)
♫ Concerts:
Mayday (multiple large-scale concerts, such as the "Life Unlimited Tour")
International superstars including Coldplay, Maroon 5, BLACKPINK, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, ONE OK ROCK, Stray Kids, and more.
♫ Charity and Religious Events:
Taiwan World Vision "Hunger 30" (held multiple times)
Jehovah's Witnesses Special Regional Conventions
♪ Kaohsiung World Games Main Stadium is "Eco-Friendly," Attracting Superstars and Top Bands for Concerts.
♪ Mayday Performs at the World Games Main Stadium! - TVBS News
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♫ Background and Purpose:
In 1999, Taiwan successfully bid for and won the hosting rights for the World Games. To accommodate this major international sporting event, Taipei City decided to construct a comprehensive stadium capable of hosting large-scale competitions. The World Games Stadium was chosen as the primary venue for the event.
♫ Construction Plan:
The construction of the World Games Stadium began in 1996 and was completed within a few years, with the goal of having all facilities ready before the start of the 1999 World Games.
♫ Opening Date:
The World Games Stadium officially opened in 1999 and served as one of the main venues for the event. During the World Games, the stadium hosted the opening ceremony, closing ceremony, and multiple competition events.
♫Taiwan’s Largest Stadium: Eco-Friendly and Multi-Purpose World Games Main Stadium
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObXl7hmfD3w
Kaohsiung has rapidly risen in the past two years, becoming the "Concert Capital" of Taiwan. Global superstars like Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, and popular K-pop groups have all chosen Kaohsiung as their concert destination, with the World Games Main Stadium as their preferred venue.
Not only is it Taiwan's only stadium capable of accommodating over 50,000 spectators, but it is also a pioneer in sustainability and design:
The world's first stadium with a One million watts solar power capacity.
The world's first open-roof dome stadium.
Taiwan's first stadium meeting the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) standards.
✮⋆。°✩⋆˙Delicious Food
Jin Kou Lu Bistro
Address: No. 573, Zhongsin Rd., Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-3502200
Jin Kou Lu Bistro has been serving delicious flavors for over 20 years. This popular eatery specializes in scallion pancakes, dumplings, and pan-fried potstickers. Their crispy and golden pancakes are a must-try, especially when paired with their signature hot and sour soup—tangy, spicy, and utterly irresistible! If you love potstickers and rolled pancakes, this authentic local spot is not to be missed.
Rong Sing Hong Kong-Style
Late Night Eats
Address: No. 450, Ziyou 2nd Rd., Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 0979-126-660
Rong Sing is a highly popular Hong Kong-style late-night eatery in Zuoying, known for its authentic flavors. Must-try dishes include Spicy Duck Blood, XO Sauce Seafood Fried Instant Noodles, and Secret Plum Sauce Chicken. For a perfect midnight snack, their pineapple bun is an absolute delight! It's the best spot to satisfy your cravings after a concert.