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The Influence of Local Culture on Customary Practices in Muslim Societies: A Case Study in Central Java Wijaya Wijaya; Kaito Tanaka; Daiki Nishida; Miku Fujita
Journal of Noesantara Islamic Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jnis.v2i2.1846

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Local culture significantly influences customary practices within Muslim societies, shaping unique expressions of Islamic teachings across diverse regions. In Central Java, Indonesia, traditional practices are deeply intertwined with Islamic values, creating a distinctive cultural-religious identity. While these practices enrich local traditions, they also raise questions about the balance between cultural preservation and religious orthodoxy. This study aims to explore the influence of local culture on customary practices in Central Java’s Muslim communities, examining how cultural elements align with or diverge from Islamic principles. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving in-depth interviews with community leaders, religious scholars, and practitioners of traditional customs in three rural areas. Observational data and document analysis of local texts and records supplemented the interviews, offering a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between culture and religion. The findings reveal that local culture plays a pivotal role in shaping religious practices, particularly in rites of passage, social ceremonies, and communal worship. These findings highlight the dynamic relationship between religion and culture, emphasizing adaptation and negotiation. The study concludes that cultural sensitivity and context-specific approaches are essential for understanding and preserving the diversity of Islamic expressions.
THE ROLE OF INDONESIAN MUSLIM WOMEN SCHOLARS (ULAMA PEREMPUAN) IN ISSUING PROGRESSIVE FATWAS ON GENDER AND FAMILY LAW Ahmed Al- Fahad; Kaito Tanaka; Haruka Sato
Journal of Noesantara Islamic Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jnis.v3i2.3305

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The emergence of Indonesian Muslim women scholars (ulama perempuan) marks a significant transformation in the contemporary Islamic legal discourse on gender and family law. Historically, fatwas have been predominantly issued by male scholars, often reflecting patriarchal interpretations of Islamic jurisprudence. This study aims to examine how ulama perempuan contribute to the development of progressive fatwas that promote gender justice, human dignity, and women’s rights within the framework of Islamic law. The research employs a qualitative descriptive design using content analysis of fatwas, interviews with members of Kongres Ulama Perempuan Indonesia (KUPI), and field observations of community-based legal education programs. The findings reveal that ulama perempuan reinterpret classical texts through a contextual and maqasid al-shariah approach, emphasizing principles of equality, compassion, and social welfare. Their fatwas address critical issues such as child marriage, domestic violence, reproductive rights, and environmental justice, demonstrating the dynamic interplay between religious authority and social advocacy. The study concludes that the intellectual and moral authority of ulama perempuan strengthens the democratization of Islamic jurisprudence in Indonesia and serves as a model for inclusive, gender-responsive Islamic scholarship globally.  
MULTISCALE MODELING OF FLUID-STRUCTURE INTERACTION IN WIND TURBINE BLADES TO IMPROVE ENERGY CONVERSION EFFICIENCY IN RENEWABLE SYSTEMS Kaito Tanaka; Sulaiman Sulaiman; Lars Jensen
Research of Scientia Naturalis Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/scientia.v3i3.4211

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The increasing demand for renewable electricity drives the need to improve wind turbine efficiency under complex aerodynamic and structural conditions. Numerical approaches often separate airflow analysis and structural response, thus reducing the accuracy of predicting aeroelastic behavior. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of multiscale fluid-structure interaction (FSI) modeling in improving wind turbine blade performance through integrated aerodynamic, structural, and material analysis. Using a mixed-method sequential explanatory design, the study tested 2,800 simulation scenarios on 48 blade configurations under varying wind speeds, turbulence intensities, and composite material properties. Quantitative analysis included multivariate statistics and hierarchical regression, while qualitative thematic analysis was drawn from expert interviews and engineering workshops. Results show that a fully coupled multiscale FSI model consistently outperforms conventional approaches in improving aerodynamic efficiency, computational convergence, structural stability, vibration damping, and fatigue life prediction. Composite material optimization enhanced structural robustness under dynamic conditions. This framework provides practical guidance for designers and engineers to optimize renewable energy conversion through advanced multiphysics simulations.
THE PARADOX OF AI PERSONALIZATION: DECIPHERING THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN ALGORITHMIC CUSTOMIZATION AND CONSUMER PRIVACY ANXIETY IN E-COMMERCE Anisa Rosdiana; Kaito Tanaka; Riko Kobayashi
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v4i3.3880

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Artificial intelligence has transformed e-commerce through algorithmic personalization systems that provide customized recommendations, predictive advertising, and individualized shopping experiences. By analyzing behavioral and transactional data in real time, these systems enhance consumer convenience, purchasing efficiency, and platform engagement. However, increased reliance on data collection and predictive analytics has intensified concerns regarding privacy intrusion, surveillance, and loss of control over personal information. This study aimed to examine the relationship between AI-driven personalization and consumer privacy anxiety in e-commerce environments. Particular attention was given to the effects of algorithmic customization on consumer trust, purchase intention, perceived convenience, emotional discomfort, and privacy-related concerns. A mixed-methods explanatory sequential design was employed involving 450 active e-commerce consumers from five major online shopping platforms. Quantitative data were collected through standardized questionnaires, while qualitative data were obtained through behavioral simulations, reflective response forms, and semi-structured interviews. Structural equation modeling, regression analysis, and correlation testing were used to examine relationships among variables. Results revealed that AI personalization significantly increased consumer engagement, perceived shopping convenience, and purchasing intention. Nevertheless, privacy anxiety and surveillance concerns remained evident despite positive attitudes toward personalization benefits. Perceived algorithmic transparency and greater consumer control over personal data reduced emotional discomfort and strengthened trust in digital platforms. These findings indicate that sustainable AI personalization requires the integration of technological efficiency, ethical transparency, consumer empowerment, and responsible data governance.
SHARIAH-COMPLIANT INVESTMENT FUNDS: A STUDY ON INVESTOR PREFERENCES AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT IN INDONESIA Nilam Amlia; Kaito Tanaka; Haruko Sato
Sharia Oikonomia Law Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/solj.v3i2.2084

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Shariah-compliant investment funds have gained significant traction in Indonesia, driven by the growing demand for ethical and religiously aligned financial products. However, limited research exists on investor preferences and portfolio management strategies specific to these funds, particularly in the context of Indonesia’s dynamic Islamic finance market. This study explores the factors influencing investor preferences for Shariah-compliant funds and examines the portfolio management strategies employed by fund managers to align with Shariah principles. The research aims to provide insights into how Shariah-compliant funds can better meet investor expectations while maintaining compliance with Islamic principles. Using a mixed-methods approach, this study combines surveys of individual and institutional investors with interviews of fund managers and Shariah advisors. Data were analyzed to identify key preferences, such as risk tolerance, return expectations, and ethical considerations, as well as the challenges faced by fund managers in balancing Shariah compliance with financial performance. The findings reveal that investors prioritize ethical alignment and transparency, while fund managers emphasize diversification and adherence to Shariah screening criteria. The study concludes that Shariah-compliant funds in Indonesia must adopt innovative portfolio management strategies to attract a broader investor base while ensuring strict compliance with Shariah principles.
DESIGNING HYBRID LEARNING FOR MULTICULTURAL CLASSROOMS: EQUITY, ACCESS, AND PEDAGOGICAL RESPONSIVENESS Kaito Tanaka; Riko Kobayashi; Haruka Sato; Noorhani Dyani Laksmi
Journal Neosantara Hybrid Learning Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jnhl.v4i2.3967

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The rapid expansion of hybrid learning environments has intensified existing equity and access disparities within multicultural classrooms, where students from linguistically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds encounter differential barriers to meaningful educational participation. Pedagogical frameworks designed for homogeneous learner populations remain inadequate in addressing the intersecting dimensions of cultural identity, digital access inequality, and instructional responsiveness that define contemporary multicultural educational contexts. This study aims to examine how hybrid learning environments can be deliberately designed to promote equity, broaden access, and enhance pedagogical responsiveness across multicultural classroom settings in diverse educational institutions. A qualitative multiple case study design was employed across six multicultural secondary schools in three countries, utilizing semi-structured interviews with 54 educators and focus group discussions with 120 students, analyzed through reflexive thematic analysis. Four design principles emerged as foundational to equitable hybrid learning: culturally responsive digital scaffolding, flexible multimodal content delivery, inclusive assessment architecture, and community-anchored technology integration. Institutions implementing all four principles demonstrated measurably higher student engagement and cross-cultural participation rates compared to partial-implementation counterparts. Intentionally designed hybrid learning frameworks that center cultural equity and pedagogical responsiveness can substantially reduce participation barriers and foster inclusive educational experiences across multicultural classroom contexts.
Tele-Nursing: The Future of Remote Care for Healthcare Efficiency and Accessibility Asbath Asbath; Kaito Tanaka; Yui Nakamura
Journal of World Future Medicine, Health and Nursing Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/health.v3i1.1903

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The growing demand for healthcare services, coupled with the global shortage of healthcare professionals, has led to a need for innovative solutions to improve care efficiency and accessibility. Tele-nursing, a remote healthcare delivery model, has emerged as a promising solution to address these challenges. This study aims to explore the potential of tele-nursing in enhancing healthcare delivery, focusing on its role in improving efficiency and expanding access to care. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews with healthcare professionals and quantitative analysis of patient outcomes from tele-nursing programs. The findings suggest that tele-nursing has the potential to reduce hospital readmissions, increase patient satisfaction, and improve chronic disease management. Furthermore, tele-nursing has proven effective in providing care to underserved populations, particularly in rural and remote areas, where access to healthcare services is limited. The study concludes that tele-nursing can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare by offering a more efficient and accessible alternative to traditional in-person care. However, challenges such as technology access, training, and regulatory issues must be addressed to ensure the successful integration of tele-nursing into healthcare systems.
Digital Storytelling and STEM Identity: A Narrative Inquiry of Female High School Students in Japan Kaito Tanaka; Riko Kobayashi; Haruka Sato
International Journal of Educational Narratives Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/ijen.v3i4.2208

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Background. Despite Japan’s global reputation for technological innovation, female representation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields remains disproportionately low. Cultural expectations, gender norms, and limited role models contribute to the underrepresentation of young women in STEM pathways. Purpose. This study explores how digital storytelling can serve as a transformative pedagogical tool to support the development of STEM identity among female high school students in Japan. Method. Using a qualitative narrative inquiry approach, the study engaged 15 female students aged 16–18 from three urban high schools. Participants created and reflected on personal digital stories that connected their lived experiences with STEM-related aspirations, interests, or challenges. Results. Data were collected through digital artifacts, in-depth interviews, and reflective journals, then analyzed thematically. Findings reveal that digital storytelling enabled participants to articulate their evolving sense of agency, challenge internalized gender stereotypes, and envision themselves in future STEM careers.  The process fostered increased confidence, self-recognition as potential STEM contributors, and a sense of belonging in scientific discourse. Conclusion. This study demonstrates the potential of narrative-based, multimodal learning tools in reshaping STEM identity formation for underrepresented groups. It contributes to feminist pedagogy and STEM education research through the intersection of narrative, identity, and digital media.  
Storytelling as a Tool for Teaching Tolerance: A Cross-Cultural Case Study in Multicultural Schools Arum Putri Rahayu; Ethan Tan; Ryan Teo; Kaito Tanaka
International Journal of Educational Narratives Vol. 3 No. 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/ijen.v3i5.2556

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Background. Promoting tolerance and intercultural understanding has become an essential goal in multicultural education, where diverse values, beliefs, and worldviews coexist in classroom settings. Storytelling, as a pedagogical tool, holds significant potential to foster empathy and social cohesion among students from different cultural backgrounds. Purpose. This study aims to explore how storytelling enhances students’ attitudes toward tolerance and mutual respect in multicultural schools. Using a qualitative cross-cultural case study design, data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, and reflective journals involving teachers and students from three culturally diverse schools in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Finland. Method. Thematic analysis revealed that storytelling provided a safe dialogic space for students to express cultural identity, challenge stereotypes, and build emotional connections with peers. Teachers reported that narrative-based activities encouraged perspective-taking, compassion, and openness to difference. Results. The results demonstrate that storytelling functions not only as a language or cultural learning strategy but also as a moral-educational practice that nurtures inclusive classroom communities. Conclusion. The study concludes that integrating storytelling into school curricula offers a transformative approach to cultivating tolerance and intercultural empathy in multicultural education.
Sustainable Farming Practices and Climate Resilience: Exploring Synergies between Agroecology and Climate Change Adaptation Revi Sesario; Kaito Tanaka; Miku Fujita
Journal of Multidisciplinary Sustainability Asean Vol. 3 No. 4 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/ijmsa.v3i4.4464

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Background. Climate change presents a significant threat to global agricultural systems, particularly in regions vulnerable to extreme weather events. Sustainable farming practices are increasingly being recognized as essential for building climate resilience. Agroecology, with its emphasis on ecological balance and sustainable agricultural practices, has emerged as a promising approach for mitigating the effects of climate change while ensuring long-term food security. Despite its growing popularity, the integration of agroecology with climate change adaptation strategies remains underexplored in the literature. Purpose. This study aims to explore the synergies between agroecology and climate change adaptation, focusing on how sustainable farming practices can enhance climate resilience. Specifically, the research investigates the role of agroecological innovations in improving agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability in the face of climate change. Method. A comparative case study approach was used to analyze agroecological practices in three regions: sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Data were collected through field observations, interviews with local farmers and stakeholders, and analysis of climate and agricultural data. Results. The findings reveal that agroecological practices, such as agroforestry, integrated pest management, and water harvesting, significantly improve soil fertility, increase biodiversity, and enhance resilience to climate-related challenges, such as droughts and floods. Conclusion. Agroecological practices are effective strategies for enhancing climate resilience in agriculture. The study highlights the importance of integrating these practices into broader climate change adaptation frameworks to ensure sustainable agricultural systems.