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According to documents, the Tanshak tribal community is one of the few Puyuma tribes that was never ruled by the Puyuma tribe and remains among the few preserving the complete traditional Five-Year Festival ceremony unaltered. The Puyuma Five-Year Festival is believed to be a covenant between humans and deities, and is held every five years. As the last celebration occurred in 2008, it is easy to calculate subsequent event dates; those interested may take note of the infrequent Tanshak Five-Year Festival. Celebrated as the "hometown of spiny crabs," Tanshak showcases numerous stoneware decorations depicting these crustaceans on roadside mountain walls. During March and April, when spiny crabs are particularly large and flavorful, the township office hosts a Spiny Crab Festival. Visitors arriving during this time can savor the freshest and most delicious crabs while experiencing the cultural significance of the event. Beyond enjoying the crabs, the festival also promotes sustainable ecological principles—Puyuma tribe members typically retain only crabs exceeding specific sizes, releasing smaller ones back into the wild to maintain ecological balance.* Although the spiny crab culture has historically suspended activities for temporary crab breeding preservation, the unique cultural identity of the Puyuma tribe ultimately remains the most captivating feature of Tanshak. The entire community radiates strong Puyuma cultural vibes, with traditional tribal motifs adorning walls along the streets and wooden carvings commonly displayed at many doors. With guided interpretations by local residents, every sculpture, building, and even individual plant in the tribe possesses its own story. After touring the Tanshak community, visitors may stroll across the nearby Tanshak Scenic Bridge. According to elderly tribal members, harvest-time gatherings used to occur at the bridge's entrance for singing traditional Puyuma songs and giving thanks. Couples also frequently met on the bridge to express romantic feelings, earning it the poetic name "Bridge of Lovers." After half a century of use, the original 1938 bridge was replaced by a new suspension bridge completed in July 2011. The new structure incorporates Puyuma tribal symbols into its design; the striking red-colored bridge spans verdant hills, drawing abundant attention. Though a few dining options exist within the Tanshak community, lodging accommodations are limited—visitors might want to consider Kinkuan or Ta Wu city for more choices. The Kinkuan area also serves as a renowned hot spring destination in Taitung, offering numerous guesthouses with hot spring facilities. [Source: Tribal Backpacker Tahtung]