Cats on the Riverbank Introduction
A small and low-key tea shop, bustling with crowds from morning till night, this gem has been operating for ten years beside the moat in the heart of Hsinchu City. All the drinks are uniquely named by the shop itself, truly making it a pride of Hsinchu. With no plans for franchise expansion or opening additional branches, one might wonder how such a business operates without the goal of maximizing profits. The two owners, both locals of Hsinchu and graduates from the Chinese department, are cat lovers who started their business during tough times while caring for a group of stray cats by the moat. Perhaps it was the kindness they showed that attracted good fortune; after a little over a year of opening, they gained the favor of students and attention from Japanese magazines, finally bringing visibility to the cats by the riverside. If you visit the center of Hsinchu City and don’t take the time to queue for a cup of their signature drink, “Migu Lululu,” while enjoying the scenic view by the moat, then you haven't experienced the essence of youthful nostalgia like the character Lin Zhenxin. The popular movie "Our Times" was filmed near this shop, capturing the beautiful historical site of Hsinchu City’s moat. The tea flavors resonate with the youth of Hsinchu, instantly reviving the spirit of youth.
