East Asia
Definition
East Asia is a geographical term referring to the eastern part of Asia, which includes countries such as China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Mongolia and Taiwan.
Analogy
Imagine East Asia as a big family dinner table. Each country (family member) has its own unique personality (culture), but they all share common elements like using chopsticks (similar historical influences).
Related terms
Confucianism: An ethical and philosophical system developed from Confucius' teachings; it greatly influenced Chinese society.
Isolationism: A policy or doctrine advocating isolation from affairs or interests of other groups or countries. For example Japan during Sakoku period.
Han Chinese Ethnicity: The largest ethnic group within China making up about 92% percent of population.
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What caused Buddhism to spread from India into East Asia?
What historical event significantly contributed to the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical event facilitated the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which factor played a significant role in spreading Buddhism from India to East Asia?
What type of cultural diffusion is primarily responsible for the spread of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical event primarily contributed to the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical event most significantly contributed to the cultural diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which geographical factor is most responsible for the concentration of population in East Asia?
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