Shaotanwo Bamboo Wind Happy Realm

Located in Qionglin Township, Hsinchu, Shaotanwo Bamboo Wind Happy Realm is a slow-living experiential space that integrates nature, handicrafts, and Hakka culture. This place was once an abandoned traditional Hakka courtyard house (sanheyuan), but after renovation, it has been transformed into a venue offering handicraft courses such as mud dyeing, plant dyeing, and woodworking. It not only showcases the traditional Hakka fabric dyeing culture but also allows visitors to understand the close connection between the local natural environment and culture through hands-on experiences. Here, visitors can personally participate in mud dyeing and plant dyeing handicraft courses, which utilize local soil and plants as dyes, experiencing the entire process from earth to finished product. Mud dyeing is an ancient and skilled fabric dyeing technique of the Hakka people, with colors primarily consisting of brown, brick red, and coffee brown, evoking the warmth of autumn and the purity of nature. These natural dyes are non-toxic and environmentally friendly, causing no pollution, making it a perfect handicraft experience for families to enjoy together. Furthermore, Bamboo Wind Happy Realm also offers customized guided tours, where visitors can explore ancient Hakka trails under the guidance of a professional tour guide, learn about local history and ecology, and even have the opportunity to gather plant materials themselves to create their own crafts. This is not merely a creative handicraft experience, but also a process that allows people to reconnect with the land, ensuring every participant leaves with their own unique creation and cherished memories.