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'''East Asia''' is a subregion of [[Asia]] that includes China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, and Taiwan.<ref>{{cite web |title=East Asia |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/East-Asia |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> It is bordered by [[Southeast Asia]] to the south, [[Central Asia]] to the west, and the [[Pacific Ocean]] to the east.<ref>{{cite web |title=Geography of East Asia |url=https://www.worldatlas.com/asia/east-asia.html |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> With a population of over 1.7 billion, it is one of the most densely populated regions in the world.<ref>{{cite web |title=Population of East Asia |url=https://population.un.org/wpp/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> | '''East Asia''' is a subregion of [[Asia]] that includes China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, and Taiwan.<ref>{{cite web |title=East Asia |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/East-Asia |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> It is bordered by [[Southeast Asia]] to the south, [[Central Asia]] to the west, and the [[Pacific Ocean]] to the east.<ref>{{cite web |title=Geography of East Asia |url=https://www.worldatlas.com/asia/east-asia.html |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> With a population of over 1.7 billion, it is one of the most densely populated regions in the world.<ref>{{cite web |title=Population of East Asia |url=https://population.un.org/wpp/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> | ||
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East Asia is a subregion of Asia that includes China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, and Taiwan.[1] It is bordered by Southeast Asia to the south, Central Asia to the west, and the Pacific Ocean to the east.[2] With a population of over 1.7 billion, it is one of the most densely populated regions in the world.[3]
Geography
East Asia covers approximately 11.84 million square kilometers, making it the second-largest region in Asia.[4] The region features diverse landscapes, including the Himalayas, Gobi Desert, and fertile river valleys like the Yangtze River.[5]
Countries and Regions
The following countries and territories are generally considered part of East Asia:
- China (including Hong Kong and Macau)[6]
- Japan[7]
- South Korea and North Korea[8]
- Mongolia[9]
- Taiwan[10]
Economy
East Asia is home to some of the world's largest economies, including China, Japan, and South Korea.[11] The region is known for its technological innovation, with companies such as Samsung, Toyota, and Alibaba Group originating here.[12]
Culture
East Asia has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by philosophies such as Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism.[13] Traditional festivals like the Lunar New Year, Obon in Japan, and the Chuseok harvest festival in Korea are widely celebrated.[14]
See also
References
- ↑ East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Geography of East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Population of East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ East Asia Geography Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Topography of East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ China Overview Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Japan Profile Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Korea Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Mongolia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Taiwan Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ East Asia’s Economy Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Top Companies in East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ Cultural History of East Asia Accessed: December 15, 2024.
- ↑ East Asian Festivals Accessed: December 15, 2024.