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The name "Ximending" comes from the Japanese colonial period, when most residents lived within the city walls of Taipei. This area outside the western gate became their main place of recreation. In the early days, the main commercial activity here was movie theaters, and later, department stores and other entertainment venues gradually moved in. After the completion of the Zhonghua Market in 1961, Ximending once became the largest commercial and entertainment center in the country. After a period of silence during the 1990s, Ximending, driven by the metro and government planning, transformed into Taipei's first landmark pedestrian zone. On weekends, the area is always crowded, with people filling the arcades and streets. Whether it is food, clothing, or entertainment, various fashionable and interesting products can be found here, making it the most lively street in Taipei. It is not only a gathering place for youth culture and street performances, but also a popular spot for teenagers to date in fancy outfits. Next to Wuchang Street, the "American Street" is full of American-style hip-hop clothing, unique fashion, and graffiti art, giving Taipei an exotic touch.