FEATURE / Purrfect Shopkeepers: How Dadaocheng's cats are helping to boost sales
09/04/2025 11:14 AM
In Taipei's Dadaocheng, cats lounging in shops along Dihua Street do more than nap amid the scent of dried seafood. Many have become beloved fixtures who double as photo models, attracting visitors and helping boost sales in one of the capital's most historic quarters.
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