South Koreans Reverse Aging with New Age-Counting System

South Korea has implemented a new law that formalizes the international age-counting method, which considers a person's age based on their birthday. The traditional age-counting custom in South Korea adds a year to a person's age on January 1, making them a year or two older than their international age. While the new law aims to standardize ages and reduce confusion, it does not significantly change how public services are conducted. The change has been welcomed by some, who appreciate being called a year younger, but others find the new counting method awkward. The law does not affect age-related regulations such as drinking and military service eligibility.