Busan is good

For a winter escape, head east ②

While Busan is the nation's most popular summer vacation destination, winter in the city is quietly captivating. As the crowds thin and the air turns crisp, the city reveals a calmer, more intimate side, where ocean views, hot springs and neighborhood streets come into focus. This week, the spotlight turns to the eastern districts, where modern cityscapes meet the sea and local life unfolds at a leisurely pace.Jeonpo Cafe Street☕ Busanjin-gu & Dongnae-gu:  Cafes, hot springs and history　Jeonpo Cafe Street in Busanjin-gu District feels especially welcoming in winter. Its narrow alleys are filled with distinctive cafes, eateries and boutique shops, each offering a warm retreat from the cold. The neighborhood buzzes with a cozy, local charm that makes it easy to linger.a free outdoor footbath　For a deeper sense of tradition, Dongnae-gu District offers a classic Busan experience. Near Oncheonjang Station, a free outdoor footbath uses the mineral-rich hot spring water that has defined the area for centuries. Locals gather here to unwind, making it a simple yet authentic way to connect with everyday life in the city.Dongnae Eupseong Fortress　Nearby, Dongnae Eupseong Fortress invites a quiet walk through history. Once a key defensive site during the Joseon Dynasty, its stone walls now frame a peaceful path where past and present blend, far from the city's bustle.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>distinctive: 독특한, 특색 있는 cozy: 아늑한, 포근한 authentic: 진정한, 진짜의, 정통의 bustle: 북적임, 분주함 (사람·활기가 많은 상태)Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Busan Airport Limousine Buses Reorganized with Reference to Usage Patterns: Effective January 5, 2026

Busan Airport Limousine Buses Reorganized with Reference to Usage Patterns: Effective January 5, 2026□ Commencing January 5, 2026, Busan airport limousine bus routes connecting Gimhae International Airport to major city destinations will be partially realigned.○ Over the past five months, data was collected and analyzed to optimize efficiency and convenience.□ Busan Airport Limousine 1 (Haeundae · Gijang) will introduce a stop at the East Busan Tourism Complex (airport-bound: Osiria Theme Park, Gijang-bound: Matie Osiria) to accommodate growing demand in East Busan.○ Several bus stop locations near Haeundae Beach will be adjusted for clarity. The Haeundae Beach Entrance (09112) stop will become Haeundae Beach (09116), using a single name for both inbound and outbound trips.○ Frequency on the less used Gijang line will decrease, whereas frequency on the busier Jangsan line will increase. Under a flexible dispatch system, intervals from Jangsan will be shortened from 60 to 20–60 minutes, with additional buses deployed during peak periods to prevent overcrowding.□ Busan Airport Limousine 2 (Seomyeon · Bujeon) will implement an adult fare reduction from 7,500 to 6,000 won.○ Headways will be fine-tuned to 60–80 minutes, while routes and stops will remain unchanged.□ Airport limousine services were temporarily suspended in 2024 after route rights were returned. A new operator took over in February 2025.○ From the restart on July 31, 2025, through the end of the year, buses carried an average of approximately 300 travelers per day, with cumulative ridership reaching 50,000, garnering positive feedback for operational reliability even in the early stages.Update Overview□ Effective Date: First departure on Monday, January 5, 2026□ Routes Fares○ Busan Airport Limousine 1 (Haeundae · Gijang)Gijang – Haeundae – Gimhae International Airport (42.2 kilometers, one-way 110 minutes)First / Last Bus (from Gijang: 04:50 / 16:30, from Airport: 10:10 /

Busan Unveils 48 New and Revised Measures Across Five Fields in 2026

Busan Unveils 48 New and Revised Measures Across Five Fields in 2026□ Busan Metropolitan City has released its 2026 reforms, comprising 48 systems and policies across five key fields closely tied to everyday life.○ The announcement aims to clearly communicate with community members and improve their experience, while simplifying the understanding of upcoming changes slated for 2026.○ In the context of a shifting global economic uncertainty, the city underscores citizen-oriented resources and a variety of initiatives designed to ensure financial security and translate its vision into action: ‘Busan, Your Home for Today and Beyond.’□ The five fields are: ➊ Economy, Employment, and Youth, ➋ Childbirth and Early Care, ➌ Health, Welfare, and the Environment, ➍ Urban Planning, Transportation, and Safety, and ➎ Culture, Sports, and Tourism. Details for each sector are outlined below.□ [Economy, Employment, and Youth]○ To ease challenges faced by SMEs and local business owners, the ceiling for SME development funds will be augmented to 1.8 billion won per establishment; interest support rates for SME development and working capital funds, as well as supplementary funds for small businesses, will also be raised by 0.5 percentage points.○ To facilitate smoother local business closures, the maximum subsidy for related expenses will be enhanced to 4.5 million won.○ Water utility bills will rise by 8 percent to guarantee a stable supply.□ [Childbirth and Early Care]○ To encourage the healthy growth of those enrolled in nurseries, daily meal and snack allowances will be extended (600 won for babies, 1,160 won for toddlers).○ On top of current aid for essential nursery fees, the city will finance parent-borne event costs for ages 3–4 and special offering costs for ages 3–5, thereby strengthening free childcare for attendees aged 3–5.○ A 100,000-won benefit will be granted each month to 3- to 5-year-olds attending nurseries in Busan who b