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The Essence of Xinbeishi: Prosperity · Decline · Revival
Publication Date:Xinbeishi in Neipu Township is composed of the villages Fengtian and Zhenfeng. Compared with Laobeishi, it is a later-developed settlement. In the past, its location along major transportation routes, the abundance of rice mills, and the invisible influence of gentry families who maintained social order all contributed to Xinbeishi’s prominence among Hakka communities. Its most notable symbol is the Baroque-style Fengtian Old Street, a rare architectural style in southern Hakka regions. Over time, as family-based social structures waned, the Old Street lost its former luster, transitioning from a vibrant and opulent thoroughfare to a collection of modest and historically rich buildings. Yet Xinbeishi did not wither alongside the decline of the Old Street. The traditional brewing industry hiding in the alleys sparked an innovative revival. Through creative marketing, this seemingly fading industry re-entered the market with a modern, artisanal appeal. In this way, the legacy of Xinbeishi shifted from the grandiose Old Street to flourishing brewing businesses, poised to shine anew into the next century. Published by: Ho Chin-LiangPublisher: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs CouncilAuthor: Chung Wen-ChihGPN: 1011400049ISBN: 978-626-7242-71-1First Edition: February 2025Price: NT$250
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Telling the Past and Present of Nanwai Butterfly Village: Recreating the Hakka Peach Blossom Land
Publication Date:The terrain of the Nanwai community in Beipu Township is predominantly mountainous, with the Daping, Danankeng, and Xiaonankeng streams flowing through the area. Steep mountains and deep valleys, along with fast-flowing waters, leave only limited land suitable for agriculture. Some say that, this is a neglected outcast on the outskirts Beipu, Hsinchu County since ancient times—unloved and unrecognized. Others, however, describe it as a serene paradise: small bridges spanning gentle streams, butterflies dancing through the air, a place untouched by worldly concerns, where villagers live in harmony and share their meals with the butterflies. So, what kind of village is Nanwai, really? The Nanwai community was originally a mixed settlement of the Saisiyat and other Plains Indigenous peoples during the Qing dynasty. Later, Hakka settlers cultivated the area, and it flourished during the Japanese colonial period. However, by the 1960s, the village experienced rapid decline. Under the guidance of Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture—through the Rural Development and Soil and Water Conservation Agency (formerly the Soil and Water Conservation Bureau of the Council of Agriculture)—Nanwai transformed into the thriving community it is today, blending historical and cultural heritage with eco-friendly recreation. This book invites us to explore the rich past and present of the Nanwai community. Published by: Ho Chin-LiangPublisher: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs CouncilAuthor: Yang Bao-LianGPN: 1011400048ISBN: 978-626-7242-69-8First Edition: February 2025Price: NT$250
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Tea-Picking Song to the Tune of Pa-yin: Cheng Rong-Hsing's Lifelong Dedication to Preserving Hakka Music and Traditional Opera
Publication Date:Cheng Jung-Hsing, a renowned practitioner of opera and music, has made indelible contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Hakka music. He developed performance conventions for Hakka opera, established teaching systems for Hakka theatrical arts, and secured a prominent place for Hakka traditional music and opera in Taiwan's performing arts history. From an early age, he inherited his family’s traditions, mastering the Hakka bayin (eight-tone music), Hakka opera, beiguan luantan opera, and Hakka ritual performance. He later pursued studies at the University of Paris in France, making him proficient in both Eastern and Western musical theories with profound knowledge and exceptional skill. Throughout his life, Cheng has dedicated himself to opera performance and education, embodying four roles: performer, creator, educator, and manager. He is recognized as a pioneering figure in traditional Hakka performing arts in Taiwan. This book weaves together Cheng Jung-Hsing’s life with his journey of passing on traditional Hakka performing arts to producing a vivid historical narrative of Hakka cultural performance and arts. Published by: Ho Chin-LiangPublisher: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs CouncilAuthors: Cheng Jung-Hsing, Yang Min-WeiPublication Date: February 2025, First EditionISBN: 978-626-7242-72-8 (Hardcover with Digital Audio-Visual CD)GPN: 1011400076Price: NT$400
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Exploring Nanfeng by the Northern Riverside: The Story of the Former Nan’an Village
Publication Date:The settlement routes of the Liudui Hakka people can be divided into the northern, central, and southern lines. The southern line corresponds to present-day Xinpi and Jiadong townships, also known as the Left Heap (Zuodui) of Liudui. Nanfeng Village is one of the earlier settlements developed in Xinpi within the Left Heap. Geographically located south of the North Bank River, it was historically referred to as "Nan'an" (South Bank). Due to its homophonic resemblance to the Hakka term "Nan Yuan" (difficult to wish for), the village was renamed Nanfeng Village in 1971, symbolizing the hope for annual abundant harvests. The Hakka communities in Nanfeng Village had migrated there during different periods. In addition to the main village of Nan'an, the settlement includes Zhugaolun, Yongxingliao, and Afaliao. Although each hamlet was developed at different times, each possesses unique characteristics, and the residents all share a deep sense of gratitude and passion for this land. Guided by local elders and enthusiastic community members, the author conducted extensive field research, offering readers a glimpse into how the pioneering ancestors settled in the land, the history of the settlements' development and industrial transformations. The book also explores how local religious practices and the art of ritual offering preparation have been preserved and passed down through generations. This work captures precious stories of Nanfeng, a Hakka village with little documentation. Published by: Ho Chin-LiangPublisher: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs CouncilAuthor: Chuang Lan-YingGPN: 1011400046ISBN: 978-626-7242-70-4First Edition: February 2025Price: NT$250
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Hakka Cultural Development Center Annual Report 2023(Chinese-English Edition)
Publication Date:The year 2023 marked a pivotal chapter for the Hakka Cultural Development Center, underscoring our unwavering dedication to cultivating deep local engagement while extending the reach of Hakka culture onto the global stage. In an era characterized by rapid cultural flows and increasing social diversity, the Center has remained steadfast in its mission—using the museum as a dynamic platform to connect communities with the land, broaden the dialogue between Hakka culture and the world, and advance our dual goals of fostering local participation and promoting international exchange. Issuer： Chin-Liang HoAdministrative Executives： Te-Chi Wu; Ching-Kuan Chen; Chi-Cheng Ma; Mei-Yen Chen; Sheng-Lai Chiang; Tzong-Chinq Lin;Chun-Yi Chiu; Liang-Chen ChuEditorial Team： Chun-Yi Chiu; Liang-Chen Chu; I-Chen Hung; Chia-Yu Li; Shih-Chao Tai; Che-Hsiang Lin;Hsien-Chun Chiu; Li-Fen Chiu; Kuo-Feng Hsu; Peng-Wei HuangExecutive Editor： Kuo-Feng Hsu; Peng-Wei HuangReviewer： Peng,Chin-ChingPublisher： Taiwan Hakka Culture Development Center of Hakka Affairs Council ISBN 978-626-7242-89-6 (PDF)GPN 4711400058
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Transnational Experiences of Hakka Culinary Culture
Publication Date:Editors: Hsiao Hsin-huang, Chou Chin-hung, and Chang Wei-anAuthors: Hsiao Hsin-huang, Chou Chin-hung, Chang Wei-an, Lai Shou-cheng, Yu Lung-tung, Hung Hsiu-ya, Hsieh Shih-yuan, Tao Chen-wei, Huang Wan-ling, Huang Shiun-wey, Cheung Sidney C.H., Kawai Hironao, Onn Huann Jan, Yokota Koichi, Lim Khay-Thoing, Chung Yi-yen, Lo Hsiu-mei, and Chen Shu-hua (listed in order of appearance)Publication Date: First Edition, September 2023Food plays a crucial role in shaping the image and cultural identity of the Hakka people. Examining Hakka cuisine across regions and nations provides valuable insights into the diverse manifestations of Hakka cultural life. In recognition of this significance, the Hakka Cultural Development Center of the Hakka Affairs Council organized the International Conference on Hakka Culinary Culture: Ethnicity, History, and Comparison on September 17–18, 2022.The event featured keynote speeches by Professors Wu Yen-ho and Hsiao Hsin-huang, along with Linda Lau Anusasananan, author of The Hakka Cookbook. Scholars from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, and the United States also presented papers on various aspects of Hakka food culture.This volume, Transnational Experiences of Hakka Culinary Culture, collects 14 selected papers from the conference, along with three appendices introducing classic Hakka dishes, a state banquet menu, and a recommended bibliography on Hakka culinary culture.The book is organized into two main sections:1. Transnational Studies of Hakka Food Culture — featuring comparative and regional research on Hakka cuisine across Taiwan, China, Malaysia, and the United States.2. Literary Representations of Hakka Food — exploring depictions of Hakka culinary traditions and meanings in literary works.Through these contributions, the volume presents a rich and multi-layered exploration of how Hakka foodways reflect migration, memory, and cultural transformation within a global context.
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The Bulletin of Taiwan Hakka Culture Development Center (Issue No. 4)
Publication Date:Chief Editor: Lin Pen-hsuanPublication Date: August 2023｜Research Articles｜• Online Reviews of Hakka Restaurants in the U.S.: Application of Text MiningBy Tao Chen-Wei (Willie), Huang Wan-Ling, and Huang Shiun-Wey • The Works and Lives of Hakka Employees of the Taiwan Railways AdministrationBy Feng Chien-chang• The Hakka People’s Right to Political Participation under International Human Rights Law: Lessons from Indigenous Peoples’ ExperienceBy Wang Pao-chien｜Research / Field Reports｜• Living Traditions in the Present: Music, Architecture, and Community Landscapes in Taiwan’s Hakka RegionsBy Kawai Hironao, Minori Tai, Taisuke Watanabe, and Asuka Tamura• Fieldnotes on the Tsung Tsin Association, Hong KongBy Chang Jung-chia｜Hakka Forum｜• Reviving the Textile and Dyeing Crafts of Eastern Taiwan: Hakka Cultural Consciousness and Heritage RenewalBy Tsai Nien-ju
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Chinese and Hakka in Latin America during the 19th–20th Centuries With Reflections on Postwar Taiwanese Hakka
Publication Date:Author: Tang Shi-yeoungPublication Date: First Edition, June 2023The Age of Discovery ushered in an era of globalization, as Spain, the Netherlands, and Portugal rapidly extended their colonial reach. To sustain the growth and development of Latin America, these colonial powers recruited large numbers of Chinese laborers from across Asia—among them, many Hakka migrants.Focusing on this historical backdrop, the author conducts an in-depth study of Chinese and Hakka migration to Latin America from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Through extensive archival research, oral interviews, and field investigations, the book reconstructs the migration history of Hakka settlers and depicts their lives and communities in their new homelands. It also analyzes the intricate social networks formed through interactions with their home governments, local authorities, and other overseas Chinese communities.Bringing together years of research, this volume offers a detailed and systematic account of Hakka migration to Latin America, describing not only the migration processes but also the everyday realities of life abroad. The inclusion of comprehensive charts and data visualizations provides readers with a clear understanding of the empirical foundation underpinning the study and the author’s interpretations.As the Hakka people spread across the world through waves of global migration, their histories became intertwined with broader patterns of Chinese diaspora. This work, with its rich data and meticulous analysis, stands as a valuable resource for both Chinese diaspora studies and Hakka cultural research—shedding new light on a lesser-known yet significant chapter in transnational Hakka history.
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2018-2019 Biennial Report
Publication Date:The biennial report compiles the researches, collections, exhibitions, extension education and public services of Taiwan Hakka Cultural Development Center (THCDC) during 2018 to 2019. The goal for THCDC is to build the excellent quality museums, to preserve and pass down the Hakka cultural heritage. Publisher / Chin-Liang Ho Executives / Der-Chyi Wu, Chang-Cheng Wu, Yu-Ching Lai, Min-Chen Yao,Mei-Li Yang, Sheng-Lai Chiang Date of Publication First edition published in Decemer 2020 Charge / NT $350 GPN / 1010902419 ISBN / 9789865434182
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Siinˇ Mungˇ Repositioning the Hakka in Contemporary Taiwan
Publication Date:「承蒙」，是客家人說謝謝、表示感激、誠心致意的幾種方式之一。本書以承蒙為標題，所表達的是客家族群對臺灣社會的謝意，因為，後者充沛地滋養了客家文化。展示臺灣客家文化，事實上就是試圖呈現客家文化和社會人群互動的成果，客家文化如是豐富，當係承蒙廣體臺灣長期又細膩的滋潤給養。從另外一個方面來看，客家人群作為臺灣社會的重要組成，其文化實作，特別是與周邊人群的互動往來，一起建構了島嶼國度的人文歷史特色。因此，客家臺灣、臺灣客家、客家臺灣文化及臺灣客家文化等的創詞，其意義格外深遠。 展示，作為介紹客家與臺灣的一種方式，期許如其所如的從臺灣認識客家、從客家認識臺灣。客家的源起，以及客家與臺灣相互建構過程的歷史，容或有多種解釋，我們認為，應本於學術研究的基礎，如其所如的展示。客家委員會客家文化發展中心臺灣客家文化館的新常設展，即是基於此一理念的產物。歷史客家、全球客家、常民客家、文化客家及公民客家等五個展示主題，及其相互呼應之架構的提出，源於客發中心多次諮詢會議的決定。常設展主軸即定位於客家與臺灣社會的關係，而整合起五個主題的宏觀視野，正是得以通過認識客家來認識臺灣並再造自若自信的客家。 編/著/譯者 ／ Wei-An Chang, Shih-Chung Hsieh, Jui-Chao Liu/... 出版機關 ／ 客家委員會客家文化發展中心 出版日期 ／ 2021-03 主題分類 ／ 客家事務 施政分類 ／ 客家 ＩＳＢＮ ／ 9789865434212 ＧＰＮ ／ 1011000275 頁數/張數/片數 ／ 240 裝訂 ／ 平裝 定價 ／ NT$ 350 85 折優惠價 ／ NT$ 298 Authors Wei-An Chang, Shih-Chung Hsieh, Jui-Chao Liu Published by Taiwan Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs Council Address No.6, Tongke S.Rd.,Tongluo Township, Miaoli County 36645, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Telephone +886-37-985558 Publisher Chin-Liang Ho Editior in Chief Der-Chyi Wu, Chang-Cheng Wu, Yu-Ching Lai, Min-Chen Yao Editional Board Kuo-Feng Hsu, Ling-Yao Chu, Huang Hsiu-Jung Translator Hsiang-Chih Hwang Reviewed by Fen-fang Tsai Design&Printing Linking Publishing Telephone +886-2-86925588 Date of Publication 2021/3 Edition First Edition Charge NTD 350 ISBN 978-986-5434-21-2 GPN 1011000275
