Wolmibit Lighthouse Reborn as New Maritime Landmark
Wolmido Lighthouse, which has guided vessels safely through waters off Incheon for more than 50 years, has been reborn with a brand new look. The Incheon Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries announced that it recently held a completion and lighting ceremony for the newly rebuilt Wolmibit Lighthouse, officially known as the Incheon Port Lock North Breakwater Lighthouse, with around 50 officials and employees from maritime organizations in attendance. In addition to its primary role of supporting safe navigation, the new lighthouse features nighttime landscape lighting that showcases the scenic beauty of Incheon Port to visitors to Wolmido
Incheon Finds All Hair Care Cosmetics on Market Meet Safety Standards
The Incheon Institute of Health and Environment has announced that all 50 hair care cosmetic products circulating in the market that have been tested recently met safety standards. The inspection was conducted amid growing public interest in scalp and hair health. The institute examined whether manufacturers complied with concentration limits for ingredients such as 2,4-diamino-pyrimidine-3-oxide, zinc pyrithione, and resorcinol, which are commonly used to strengthen hair roots and maintain scalp cleanliness but can cause skin irritation or contact dermatitis if used excessively. Test results showed that all tested products fully complied with cosmetic safety regulations and ingredient usage limits.
Incheon Launches Major Digitization Project for Cadastral Records
The Incheon Metropolitan Government has begun a large-scale project to digitize important cadastral records currently stored in paper format. The project aims to better protect citizens' property rights and strengthen digital administrative services. The city said the 2026 cadastral records digitization project will run for approximately six months, from May 11 through Nov. 20.
Incheon completed the digitization of approximately 230,000 cadastral records by last year, and plans to further strengthen its cadastral record management system through this project by including newly produced records and missing data.
Incheon Partners with Local Businesses to Support Socially Isolated Residents
Incheon Metropolitan City has launched a new community-based initiative aimed at helping socially isolated young adults and middle-aged residents reconnect with society through partnerships with local businesses. The project goes beyond traditional welfare services by using neighborhood stores as community hubs where participants can rebuild daily routines and foster social connections, drawing attention as a new model for community-based care.
Incheon Office of Education Strengthens Continuity Between Kindergarten and Elementary Education
The Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education is strengthening efforts to ensure a smooth transition between kindergarten and elementary school education while helping young children adapt successfully to primary school life. The initiative includes a workshop designed to enhance the capabilities of administrators from both kindergarten and elementary schools. Participants discussed effective strategies for implementing transition education programs and building stronger collaborative networks between institutions.
Yeonsu-gu Unveils Five-Year AI-Based Smart City Plan
Incheon’s Yeonsu-gu has established a five-year smart city development plan aimed at addressing urban challenges in areas such as transportation, safety, the environment, public administration, and healthcare through artificial intelligence technologies. Although not legally required to formulate such a plan, the district enacted an ordinance on smart city development and operations to pursue long-term smart city projects under a structured roadmap. Over the next five years, Yeonsu-gu plans to systematically build smart city infrastructure and implement related projects through annual action plans.
Coastal Ferry Discount Pass ‘Badaro’ to Go on Sale Starting June 1
The 2026 Badaro coastal ferry discount pass will go on sale starting June 1. According to the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, the pass is designed to help young travelers aged 35 and under, both Korean and international, explore Korea’s islands and coastal regions at a reduced cost. This year’s pass will be sold for 7,900 won and can be used through May 31 of next year. Pass holders can receive discounts of up to 50 percent on fares for 53 participating passenger ferries. The pass can be used for a maximum of 12 times, offering discounts of up to 50 percent on weekdays and up to 20 percent on weekends.
