Tou-she Basin Introduction
Toushe is an old settlement of the Tsou people, named because it is the first community to enter the Tsou territory from the Zhuoshui River. It is located in the southwest of current-day Yuchi Township, adjacent to Sun Moon Lake. The Toushe Basin is the third largest among many basins in Yuchi Township, covering an area of 1.7 square kilometers. The saying "Toushe rice, Shuishe fish" reflects the fertile land of the Toushe Basin, suitable for rice cultivation, with both yield and quality higher than in other villages, earning it the title of "granary of Yuchi Township." The bountiful rice harvest in the early years led to the presence of six large wooden rice mills in the Toushe area. Nowadays, due to industrial transformation, most have been abandoned or ceased operations, with only one remaining next to the stage at San Sheng Temple Square, serving as a testament to the golden age of rice in the Toushe Basin. Today, the rural industry in the Toushe area mainly focuses on planting betel nuts and vegetables, making it a key vegetable production area in Yuchi Township, particularly for loofahs. In recent years, the local community development association has encouraged residents to pursue safe agricultural development, achieving positive results.
