Jiufen Tea House Introduction
Mr. Hong arrived in Jiufen in the 1970s by chance and was deeply attracted by the breathtaking mountain and sea views and the poignant charm of the fading prosperity of this mountain town. At that time, the former residence of Weng Shan-ying was up for sale, so he decided to temporarily set aside his business and purchased this old, dilapidated house, which had silently witnessed the rise and fall of Jiufen for nearly 70 years, in 1987 (the 76th year of the Republic of China). With an artist's keen observation and passion, he discovered the unique beauty of this historic house, resolutely preserving its structure and layout. The only major adjustment was to add a skylight for natural light, which unexpectedly brought new vitality to a place that feng shui masters didn't favor. After the renovations, the house exuded an ancient charm filled with cultural nostalgia. Mr. Hong decided to operate an art and tea house, which opened in 1991 (the 80th year of the Republic of China), becoming the first tea shop to revive prosperity in the Jiufen area. The rustic "Tea and Ceramic Paintings" curtain at the entrance reflects the philosophy of the tea house. Throughout the space, large partitions with neatly arranged products, either stacked side by side or in varying heights, present a harmonious overall beauty. The fish pond and small garden beneath the skylight, along with antique armchairs at the corner, complement the featured tea sets, while the grandeur of the central hall, flanked by engraved stone inscriptions, remains a place for receiving important guests to this day.
