Mongolia, Japan, and the Koreas (North and South Korea) are indeed regions where the majority population identifies with a predominant ethnic group, contributing to a strong sense of national identity. Here’s a brief overview of each area concerning its ethnic composition:
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Mongolia: The vast majority of the population in Mongolia is ethnically Mongol, particularly from the Khalkha subgroup, which forms about 90% of the population. There are also smaller groups, such as Kazakhs, who primarily inhabit the western regions of the country. The Mongolian culture is deeply rooted in nomadic traditions, and the Mongolian language is a central aspect of national identity.
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Japan: The ethnically homogenous population of Japan is primarily composed of ethnic Japanese, who make up about 98% of the population. There are small minority groups, such as the Ainu in Hokkaido and the Ryukyuans in Okinawa, but these groups represent a small fraction of the overall population. Japan’s history, language, and culture are predominantly influenced by the ethnic Japanese heritage.
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Koreas (North and South): Both North Korea and South Korea are also largely ethnically homogeneous, with over 99% of their populations identifying as Korean. The Korean identity is significant, and both countries share a common culture, history, and language, although they have developed distinct political systems and cultural expressions since their division in 1945. There are small minority groups, including Chinese and other foreigners, but these are not significant in terms of population size.
Each of these regions reflects a strong national and ethnic identity that is often intertwined with cultural traditions, language, and historical narratives.