Wah! Ji-San Bamboo East Introduction
"Wah! Jisan Zhudong" derives its name from the Atayal language, meaning "to chat," and aims for visitors to easily experience the charm of indigenous culture. The space is divided into six distinctive areas, including the nurturing space "Papak Base." On the first floor, various indigenous brands have shops, such as the Atayal youth entrepreneurial brand "Youdian Weaving," which sells Atayal cultural and creative products. Here, you can purchase towels printed with the outfit of the Atayal tribe or postcards made from Atayal shoulder strap (Wakil) woven materials, which are great souvenirs. The store also periodically showcases traditional Atayal looms and bundles of "ramie" fibers used by ancient Atayal women for weaving. Youdian Weaving also offers courses on bow weaving and cow bone ornament production, allowing visitors to experience the process of making traditional indigenous products. If you’re looking to buy indigenous agricultural specialties or related foods as souvenirs, you can visit the adjacent "853 Atayal Farmers' Market" store, which sells agricultural gift boxes like banana rice and Manao salted pork. Heading outdoors, the "Jisan Market" stalls attract the attention of tourists. Independent artists set up stalls to sell totemic woven crafts and jewelry. Local specialty restaurants also provide a variety of foods in pop-up food trucks, such as the "Hunter's Burger," which features salted pork and lettuce accompanied by a special sauce, and roasted Manao pork belly. In the center of the plaza, there is a stage that hosts live performances by singers on weekends, and you may also have the opportunity to watch the "Jisan Dance Troupe," composed of shops within the park, perform traditional songs and dances passed down orally by indigenous elders. This way, your journey in Zhudong begins with unforgettable memories of indigenous culture.
