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Jemulpo-gu, Incheon

Jemulpo-gu is one of 11 cities, counties and districts in Incheon. It has 18 neighborhoods (18 dong) and 99,174 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Sinheung-dong with 14,125.

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Landmark stamp: Wolmido Island

Facing the West Sea in Incheon, this lively coastal destination features an amusement park, a seaside boardwalk, and numerous seafood restaurants.

History: Preserving memories of modern port-opening history, this seaside location served as an important operational site during the Korean War.
What to see: Walking along the lively pedestrian boulevard beside the sea offers pleasant views of passing cruise ferries and flocking seagulls.
Food nearby: A row of bustling waterfront eateries invites guests to feast on clams grilled over charcoal alongside fresh seafood delicacies.

Food, festivals and stories of Jemulpo-gu

Local food: Sinpo International Market is famous for sweet and spicy crispy chicken, while Chinatown serves savory black bean noodles.
On screen: Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Alley gained widespread fame as a charming filming location for the popular drama Guardian: The Lonely and Great God.
Festivals: The Open Port Culture Night festival takes place annually, illuminating modern historic buildings with vibrant street performances and lights.
Did you know?: Visitors to Wolmido can enjoy classic amusement rides by the sea and take a scenic tour on the coastal monorail.

Neighborhoods of Jemulpo-gu (18)

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Sinpo-dong신포동dong · 4,402 residents

Name: The name originated when a newly developed harbor opened along the open seashore inlet where boats once docked.
Food: The market alley famous for crispy fried chicken tossed in sweet and spicy syrup sauce attracts visitors from everywhere.

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Yeonan-dong연안동dong · 4,889 residents

Food: You can savor freshly caught seafood and spicy seasoned banded croaker salad at the lively comprehensive fish market.
Photo spot: Climbing the observation deck at the coastal pier waterfront park offers sweeping views of passenger ships sailing across the sea.

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Sinheung-dong신흥동dong · 14,125 residents

Name: The neighborhood received this name with the hope that the community would newly rise and prosper after modern port opening.
Photo spot: Strolling past preserved customs warehouses and historic quarters allows visitors to capture authentic photographs evoking early modern harbor history.

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Dowon-dong도원동dong · 3,334 residents

Name: The area earned its name because peach blossoms bloomed vibrantly across the gentle hills every spring season.
Fun fact: Home matches at Incheon Football Stadium fill the surrounding streets with energetic supporters dressed in blue and black colors.

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Yulmok-dong율목동dong · 3,019 residents

Name: This name originates from the dense chestnut tree groves that once covered the sloping hillside in earlier times.
Photo spot: Walking along the quiet paths of Yulmok Park lets visitors look down over the peaceful harbor city from shaded ridges.

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Dongincheon-dong동인천동dong · 5,153 residents

Name: The name stems from the train station located just east of the terminal Incheon Station along Gyeongin Line.
Food: Traditional eateries around the station north square and sundae alley serve hot, comforting bowls of soup cherished across generations.

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Gaehang-dong개항동dong · 6,375 residents

Food: Strolling through Chinatown lets travelers taste authentic stir-fried black bean noodles and piping hot clay oven baked buns.
Photo spot: Vibrant murals portraying fairy tale characters along Songwol-dong whimsical alleyways create delightful backdrops for colorful travel photography.
Story: Jayu Park on Eungbongsan preserves monuments and historic footprints from foreign settlements established during the open port era.

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Manseok-dong만석동dong · 6,000 residents

Name: The name reflected farmers' wishes to harvest ten thousand sacks of rice from fertile reclaimed tidal flats.
Story: The humble settlement of Gwaengiburimal where laborers gathered became the real-world setting for the famous novel about local children.
Food: Quaint restaurants near Manseok Pier serve spicy stir-fried webfoot octopus prepared with fresh maritime seasonings.

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Hwasu 1· Hwapyeong-dong화수1·화평동dong · 5,074 residents

Name: The name combines historic words meaning a flowering port along with a peaceful, calm settlement on the coast.
Food: Hwapyeong-dong Cold Noodle Alley is famous for massive washbasin-sized bowls of chilled buckwheat noodles served with savory broth.

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Hwasu 2-dong화수2동dong · 6,494 residents

Photo spot: Standing by the wooden railing at Hwasu Pier gives visitors scenic views of fishing boats bathed in evening sunset.
Fun fact: The modest harbor retains traces of maritime heritage when yellow corvina and shrimp fleets crowded these tranquil tidal waterways.

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Songhyeon 1·2-dong송현1·2동dong · 9,284 residents

Story: Hwadojin military fort built to defend coastal waters served as the historical site where the Korea-US treaty was signed.
Photo spot: Visitors to Hwadojin Park during spring can photograph ancient fort ramparts surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms and royal azaleas.

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Songhyeon 3-dong송현3동dong · 2,537 residents

Name: This name originates from Solgogae, an old mountain pass renowned for its fragrant and dense pine tree ridges.
Fun fact: Extensive industrial tool and supply complexes highlight the industrious spirit and energetic manufacturing foundation of coastal Incheon.

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Songnim 1-dong송림1동dong · 6,677 residents

Name: The area was called Songnim because thick green pine forests blanketed the gently undulating hills in former times.
Photo spot: Walking up staircases adorned with quaint residential murals provides opportunities to capture nostalgic neighborhood scenes of old Incheon.

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Songnim 2-dong송림2동dong · 1,136 residents

Fun fact: Songnim Hyundai Market preserves decades of community warmth, offering fresh local produce and nostalgic merchants sharing friendly greetings.
Food: Small snack vendors tucked within traditional market corridors serve comforting rice cakes and warm skewered fish cakes loved by residents.

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Songnim 3·5-dong송림3·5동dong · 5,009 residents

Fun fact: The university campus situated atop the ridge brings youthful vitality and student creativity to the historic hillside streets.
Photo spot: Climbing up high ridge roads reveals panoramas where bustling urban neighborhoods meet industrial port harbor cranes.

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Songnim 4-dong송림4동dong · 5,854 residents

Story: Renowned baseball powerhouse Dongsan High School nurtured Major League pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin during his formative youth career.
Fun fact: Schools and residential houses nestled among pine slopes foster a calm educational environment across peaceful, leafy avenues.

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Songnim 6-dong송림6동dong · 7,741 residents

Fun fact: Songnim Gymnasium, which hosted international volleyball matches, now serves as an active community leisure and indoor sports hub.
Photo spot: Strolling along well-maintained walkways around the arena offers crisp angles showcasing modern architectural lines against the open sky.

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Geumchang-dong금창동dong · 2,071 residents

Name: The name combines the first syllables of Geumgok-dong, the iron valley, and Changyeong-dong, meaning prosperous expansion.
Photo spot: Posing before vintage yellow storefronts along Baedari secondhand bookstore alley captures the nostalgic literary aroma of aged paper.
Story: Brave students and citizens gathered near the historic school grounds to raise fervent cheers during national independence demonstrations.

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Local notes were drafted with the help of AI from public information. Population: Ministry of the Interior and Safety resident registration, September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.