Taiwanese and Korean mascot characters, Bear San and Pengsoo, collaborate in Seoul to promote the new appeal of Taipei, the city of sports

At the "Tapinto Taipei" press conference held in Seoul by the Taipei City Government's Department of Information and Tourism, the popular mascot character Pengsoo (
PENG SOO and Taipei City mascot Bravo collaborated for the first time and served as the event ambassador. They brought laughter to the venue and promoted Taipei City's status as an international sports city.
Not only did it present a vibrant image and attract the attention of many Korean media, but it also made the Korean people excited about the World Masters Games 2025.
He enthusiastically urged everyone to join him in Taipei and New Taipei City and experience the infinite splendor of this city.
Wang Qiudong, director of the Taipei City Government Tourism and Information Department, said that Taipei hosts many international sporting events every year, including the Taipei 101 Vertical Marathon, the Taipei Marathon, and the Tour de Taiwan.
"Taipei is a vibrant city, hosting a variety of events, including the 2019 Taipei Olympic and Paralympic Games, ... and the 2019 Taipei Olympic and Paralympic Games. These events not only embody the sporting spirit of Taipei, but also provide tourists with an opportunity to explore the city in depth," said Mr.
Taipei is not only a sports city, but also an intersection of culture and modern life. It will also host the 2025 World Masters Games.
Visit Taipei during the Taipei City and New Taipei City events to take part in this global sports festival.
He called on everyone to not only participate in the event, but also to walk the streets and alleys of Taipei and explore this vibrant city.
At the press conference, Taiwan and South Korea's most popular mascot characters
This is the first time that Pengsoo and Xiong Zhan have teamed up. Pengsoo has appeared in the popular Korean TV series "Lawyer Woo Young-woo is a Genius" and is well known among Taiwanese fans.
The two, who were invited as ambassadors for the event, danced together to the theme song of the event, and the latter also presented Pengsoo with Taiwanese sweets, which are popular among Korean people.
He invited me to come and experience Taipei's energy and vigor, and recommended Ximending, Taipei 101, Dadaocheng and the night market. We enjoyed some delicious food, went to the sports center together, and cycled along the river.
We also promised to go hiking and burn off some calories. Pengsoo's unique sense of humor combined with the cute appearance of the bear made all the guests laugh.
The atmosphere was filled with fun. Together with Kumasan, they performed various sports poses in a humorous way, and everyone sang "Tap into the Light" together.
In addition, famous Taiwanese fashion designer Huang Hsiu-jin was specially invited to participate in the "Peng Taipei" event.
We created a special costume for soo. Based on the idea of sporty costume design, we incorporated the distinctive design elements of Taipei City's architecture to express the lively sports spirit.
By visualizing the city of Taipei and perfectly expressing its charm and characteristics, it attracted the attention of the venue and became the visual highlight of the press conference.
The Taipei City Government Department of Tourism and Information has announced that Taipei is a vibrant sports city and a YouBike station.
With plenty of recreational facilities, sports facilities, and a convenient transport system, sports enthusiasts can easily enjoy sports, whether cycling, hiking or participating in various events.
Tourists can travel through the city and suburbs in one day, enjoy the natural scenery, challenge themselves on forest trails, get some exercise, and then eat to their heart's content.
Whether you're dining at a local restaurant or enjoying street food at a bustling night market, you'll find a wide variety of delicacies, including stinky tofu, beef noodles, and a variety of unique desserts. From the stadium to your dining table, you'll have a memorable experience.
Taipei City Government's Department of Information and Tourism has also repeatedly praised the city as the most friendly to foreign tourists.
Recently, Preply announced that Taipei is the friendliest city in Asia, and was also recognized by the famous British culture magazine Time magazine as the friendliest city in Asia.
Taipei was ranked #1 in the world's best nightlife cities for 2024 by the magazine Out.
He said that Taipei is ranked second in Asia and 12th in the world. Its convenient and safe environment has earned it a strong following among both domestic and international travelers. Taipei City in particular has both urban and natural tourist attractions.
Tourists can easily explore Taipei on foot or by bicycle, or take part in "Great Taipei Trekking" or "Riding Taipei (Cycling)" tours.
" to find a travel itinerary that suits you best and enjoy the unique charm of Taipei City's mountain forests.
The Taipei City Government Tourism and Information Bureau also added that the World Cup will be held in sports facilities in six counties and cities, including Taipei, New Taipei, Yilan, Taoyuan, and Hsinchu, from May 17 to 30 next year.
The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei and New Taipei City will feature 35 sports events, and there will be no selection process, so anyone over the age of 30 can apply, he added.
He called on sports enthusiasts from around the world to actively participate and enjoy a rich and diverse tourism experience in Taipei, including sports, gourmet food, and beautiful scenery.