Yilan Summer Ice Guide: Top Traditional Babo, Creamy Shaved Ice, and Snow Ice
13 · June · 2026
The Lanyang Plain in midsummer is unbearably hot. The most refreshing itinerary is to follow the footsteps of the Loherb Concierge deep into the alleys in search of a soul-soothing bowl of shaved ice. This "2026 Yilan Summer Ice Map" features five must-visit famous shops: the natural-style "Whatthehill," the visual-style "Hushishan," the high-CP-value "Lanyang Power Plant Popsicles," the time-honored "A-Zong Taro Ice City," and the Kyoto-style "Kaki Gori." From traditional handmade "Ba-pu" (retro ice cream) passed down for decades and power plant-exclusive popsicles, to innovative Japanese shaved ice and snow ice infused with local ingredients, every bite offers the unique sweetness of the Lanyang Plain, making your Yilan trip cooling and unforgettable!
Whatthehill: Hipster-Style Natural Shaved Ice in Luodong's Alleys
Hidden in the alleys of Fuxing Road in Luodong Township, "Whatthehill" is a stylish little shop that perfectly combines fresh greenery with Japanese shaved ice. The open, wood-toned space is filled with hipster-style plants, injecting a stress-relieving visual atmosphere into the hot summer.Whatthehill Photo by Pinko The shaved ice here is piled up like a round and cute little hill, with ice crystals as fine as silk that melt in your mouth. In the summer of 2026, the latest limited edition flavor "Coconut Mango" was launched, intertwining sweet mango chunks with slow-cooked natural jam, drizzled with rich condensed milk and thick coconut milk, creating rich layers without being overly sweet.Whatthehill Photo by Pinko Enjoying it while sitting in a space full of greenery is a cooling stop that hipsters absolutely cannot miss when visiting Luodong.
【Information overview ofwhatthehill】
Web:Whatthehill Tel: 03 957-1190 Add: No. 1, Lane 100, Sec. 1, Fuxing Rd., Luodong Township, Yilan County Transportation: Driving or riding a scooter is recommended. Starting from Luodong Railway Station, follow the public transportation route or drive by yourself to Lane 100, Sec. 1, Fuxing Rd. The drive takes about 13 minutes.
Hushishan Japanese Shaved Ice: A Beautiful Encounter Between Minimalist Aesthetics and Local Fruits
Hidden in the hot spring resort of Jiaoxi, "Hushishanت Japanese Shaved Ice" (formerly known as Xiaohushi) is a visual-style ice dessert shop that has taken Taiwan by storm in recent years. The shop is filled with a fresh Japanese wooden style, and the passionate Dragon Ball figurines neatly arranged in front of the counter form a wonderful contrast with the shaved ice that looks as exquisite as a piece of art.Hushishan Japanese Shaved Ice Photo by alicejumpjump & mikaliao48 Featuring handmade stir-fried sugar syrup and homemade toppings, its ice base uses Japanese goose-down ice technology, resulting in a texture as fluffy and dense as snowflakes that melts instantly, and is even "so delicious that you can drink all the remaining liquid."
Hushishan Japanese Shaved Ice Photo by alicejumpjump & mikaliao48
The signature "Taro Paste & Peanut" stacks savory milk foam on dense Dajia taro, while the limited-time "Mr. Bourbon Lemon" combines cheese cream with plum wine jelly. After soaking in the hot springs in the summer of 2026, coming here to immerse yourself in a tipsy, sweet, and sour experience is truly the ultimate sensory enjoyment in Jiaoxi.Hushishan Japanese Shaved Ice Photo by noya0325
【Information overview of Hushishanت Japanese Shaved Ice】
Web:Hushishan Japanese Shaved Ice Tel: 0966 337 618 Add: No. 95, Sec. 4, Jiaoxi Rd., Dazhong Village, Jiaoxi Township, Yilan County Transportation: Take the TRA to "Jiaoxi Station," walk along Wenquan Road, turn left onto Sec. 4, Jiaoxi Road, and walk for about 12 minutes to arrive. For drivers, parking is available at the nearby large indoor parking lot.
Lanyang Power Plant Staff Welfare Society: High-CP-Value Nostalgic Power Plant Popsicles
Located in Sanxing Township, the Lanyang Power Plant Staff Welfare Society is always bustling with crowds every summer, all coming for the budget-friendly and generously ingredients-filled "power plant popsicles." Utilizing the crystal-clear water source of the Lanyang River and the power plant's unique ice-making technology, the popsicles here have an exceptionally crisp and refreshing texture.Lanyang Popsicles Photo by Tia
Flavors range from traditional plain ice, red bean, mung bean, and taro, to local specialties like sour plum and glutinous rice cake. Buying a few popsicles to enjoy under the shade outside the welfare society while gazing at the Sanxing mountains, with the cool breeze carrying a faint ice aroma—this is the most authentic Lanyang summer experience.
Lanyang Popsicles Photo by Tia
【Information overview of Lanyang Popsicles】
Web:Lanyang Popsicles Tel: 03-989-1523 Add: No. 7, Lane 55, Sec. 8, Sanxing Rd., Sanxing Township, Yilan County Transportation: Drive from Luodong downtown along Provincial Highway 7C towards Sanxing. After passing through Sanxing downtown, follow the signs and turn into Dianli Road to arrive.
A-Zong Taro Ice City: The Dense Ba-pu Legend Next to Toucheng Old Street】
When it comes to traditional Yilan ice treats, Toucheng's "A-Zong Taro Ice City" is undoubtedly a renowned landmark throughout Taiwan. This half-century-old shop still insists on adding no chemical flavorings or preservatives, relying purely on high-quality taro and traditional handmade mashing techniques to produce a thick, chewy "Ba-pu" where you can actually taste the taro chunks. A-Zong Taro Ice City Photo by ying_yi0311 The signature flavors—taro, red bean, pineapple, and peanut—are served in classic paper cups. The rich flavor and chewy texture upon entering the mouth instantly evoke nostalgia for countless people. Visiting Toucheng Old Street or surfing at Waiao in 2026, queuing up here for a bowl of Ba-pu has become an essential ritual for every traveler.
【Information overview of A-Zong Taro Ice City】
Web:A-Zong Taro Ice City Official Website Tel: 03-977-1362 Add: No. 267, Sec. 3, Qingyun Rd., Toucheng Township, Yilan County Transportation: Take the TRA to "Toucheng Station," walk north along Qingyun Road for about 10 minutes to arrive.
Kaki Gori: The Ultimate Uji Matcha Kintoki Snow Ice in an Old House
Hidden in the alleys of Yilan city center, "Kaki Gori" is a Japanese dessert shop converted from an old house full of traces of time. The shop is filled with vintage objects and warm wooden tones, creating a thick Kyoto atmosphere. Kaki Gori Photo by q.2.27.p It features exquisite Japanese shaved ice and rich snow ice, with "Uji Matcha Kintoki" being a must-order signature item. Kaki Gori Photo by q.2.27.p Using high-grade matcha powder imported from Japan, the slightly bitter matcha ice base is paired with dense sweet red beans, chewy Shiratama (rice dumplings), and homemade brown sugar syrup. The tea aroma leaves a sweet aftertaste and the sweetness is moderate. Tasting it slowly in this nostalgic space, time seems to slow down.Kaki Gori Photo by Jamie
【Information overview of Kaki Gori】
Web:kaki gori Tel: 03-932-7335 Add: No. 29, Kangle Rd., Yilan City, Yilan County Transportation: Take the TRA to "Yilan Station," walk from the front station through the Jimmy Plaza direction for about 3 minutes to arrive.
A bowl of ice carries not only cooling relief from the heat, but also the emotion and warmth of Yilan. From the temple fronts in Suao and the power plant in Sanxing, to the old streets of Toucheng and the Japanese-style old houses in the city center, every bite of ice records the changing seasons of the Lanyang Plain and the dedication of the artisans. This summer, why not slow down your pace, follow this map to visit these famous ice shops one by one, and let the fine ice crystals and rich traditional flavors leave the sweetest and coolest summer memories for your Yilan trip.
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