Incheon Chinatown.

Established in 1884 following the opening of Incheon’s port, this district serves as South Korea’s only official Chinatown. It is a dense, walkable neighborhood defined by a striking architectural mix of Qing-era Chinese influences and Japanese colonial-style buildings. The area is famously credited as the birthplace of Jajangmyeon; visitors can trace the noodle dish’s history at a dedicated museum or sample authentic versions at the many long-standing restaurants lining the hilly streets. Beyond the food, the district features unique landmarks like the Samgukji Mural Street, which depicts scenes from the Three Kingdoms epic, and the neighboring Fairytale Village. For a quieter moment, the stairway between the former Qing and Japanese concessions offers a literal line of historical division, leading up toward the panoramic harbor views of Jayu Park.