The East Asian dragon is a mythological creature found in various cultures throughout East Asia such as China, Japan, and Korea. Synonyms for this legendary creature vary depending on the country. In China, it is commonly referred to as 龙 (lóng) which means dragon in Chinese, while in Japan it is known as 竜 (ryū). Similarly, in Korea, it is called 용 (yong). East Asian dragons are often associated with strength, prosperity, and good fortune and are revered in various cultural practices and traditions such as dragon dancing during festivals. Other mythical creatures similar to the East Asian dragon include the Chinese phoenix or fenghuang and the Japanese dragon or ryuujin.