Almost Every South Korean Becoming About a Year Younger

The video discusses the Korean age system, where a newborn is considered one year old, unlike the global standard of starting at zero. This system, a remnant of ancient culture, has been scrapped by most countries, including North Korea. The video highlights the confusion and legal issues it causes, such as in contracts and vaccine rollouts. Personal anecdotes illustrate societal pressures and misunderstandings. The Korean government recently decided to adopt the global standard to reduce confusion.

What challenges did the Korean age system create for citizens living abroad?

What prompted the recent changes to the Korean age system?