青春18×2 and Tainan: A Journey to Youth
- hari
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
When the film 《青春18×2 通往有你的旅程》 (Seishun 18×2: Beyond Youthful Days) premiered, it captured the hearts of fans across Asia. Starring 許光漢 (Xu Guanghan, pinyin: Xǔ Guānghàn) and 清原果耶 (Kiyohara Kaya), the movie tells a tender story of youth, memory, and journeys. What makes it even more special is that part of the film was shot in Tainan (台南, pinyin: Táinán), Taiwan’s oldest city, known for its cultural depth and nostalgic charm.
The Cinema at Nanmei Village
In Nanmei Village, Tainan, there is a cinema (電影院, pinyin:Diànyǐngyuàn) that proudly displays the film’s poster until now. Outside, a sign reads: “Next station is 青春 (Qīngchūn, Youth)”. This poetic phrase resonates deeply with the movie’s theme: life as a train journey, with youth as a fleeting but unforgettable stop. Fans visiting Tainan can stand before this sign, take a photo, and feel as if they are stepping into the film itself.
Why Tainan Matters
Tainan is more than a backdrop; it is a living museum of Taiwan’s history. With temples, old streets, and traditional snacks, the city embodies the essence of 青春 (Qīngchūn) – vibrant, nostalgic, and full of stories. For fans of 許光漢, visiting Tainan is not just sightseeing; it is a pilgrimage to the places where cinematic youth was immortalized.
A Lesson in Chinese: Traditional vs Simplified
For learners who started studying Chinese because of 許光漢 or other idols, here’s a cultural note:
Traditional Chinese (繁體字, Fántǐzì) is mainly used in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Example: 青春.
Simplified Chinese (简体字, Jiǎntǐzì) is mainly used in Mainland China. Example: 青春 (same characters here, but many others differ).
Traditional characters often preserve the original complexity and beauty of the strokes, while simplified characters reduce the number of strokes for easier writing. Learning Traditional Chinese connects you more closely with Taiwan’s culture and the film’s authentic setting.
Why Fans Should Visit
Imagine standing outside the Nanmei Village cinema, where the sign says “Next station is 青春”. You take a photo, just like the characters in the film, and suddenly you are part of the journey. Tainan offers this unique blend of cinematic nostalgia and cultural immersion.
Takeaway: If you love 許光漢, if you chase stars (追星, zhuīxīng), or if you are learning Chinese, Tainan is your destination. Come for the film, stay for the culture, and leave with your own story of 青春.
See you in Tainan!
Hari =)
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