Hinoki Village


The Hinoki Village or Cypress Forest Life Village is a culture village in East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan.

History

The village was originally the dormitories of the Chiayi Forest division of Forestry Bureau of the Taiwan Governor General Office during the Japanese rule of Taiwan. The construction for the Hinoki Village took the basis of the existing building in the area by renovating and dismantling the original partition walls of each building as an open space for landscaping or visitors.

Architecture

The village consists of 28 wooden Japanese-style dormitories and also Alishan Forest Club, director's official residence, guest house, public bathhouse etc.

Transportation

The village is accessible within walking distance south of Beimen Station of Alishan Forest Railway.

Opening time

The village is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.