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Language Barriers: Language Training Mismatch and Communication Challenges among Indonesian Technical Intern (TITP) in Japan Salombe', Fikarisma Daeng; Iskandar, Kurniawaty; Rustam, Muhammad Reza
KIRYOKU Vol 9, No 2 (2025): Kiryoku: Jurnal Studi Kejepangan
Publisher : Vocational College of Diponegoro University

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This study explores the language barriers faced by Indonesian low-skilled workers under the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) in Japan. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with four informants, each representing one of the following sectors: caregiving, fisheries, construction, and agriculture. The informants were selected using the snowball sampling technique. The findings reveal a linguistic mismatch between Japanese language training at LPKs (Job Training Institutions) in Indonesia and Accepting Organisations (AO) in Japan with the actual communication demands encountered in the workplace. While the training programs focus on grammar and standardized Japanese, they lack adequate preparation for the real-world, context-dependent communication skills needed in the workplace. Barriers such as limited understanding of technical terms and local dialects hinder effective adaptation. This study underscores the need for workplace-oriented, practical language training to enhance communication, productivity, and social integration of Indonesian TITP workers in Japan.
BIBLIOMETRIC AND CONTENT ANALYSIS: APPLICATION OF THE THEORY OF PLANNED BEHAVIOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Samputra, Nofi R.A.R; Iskandar, Kurniawaty; Soesilo, Tri Edhi Budhi; Martono, Dwi Nowo
Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development Vol. 8, No. 1
Publisher : UI Scholars Hub

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Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) has been widely applied in environmental science as it closely linked to human behavior. This study aims to analyze research trends, identify potential future research, and propose the development of an integrative TPB model to address gaps in previous research. A total of 120 articles were selected from the Scopus database using rigorous screening criteria, including title-based selection, English-language articles, and a manual abstract review, covering publications up to April 4, 2025. Bibliometrix, VOSviewer, and MindMup were used to support keyword visualization and content interpretation. The results show that China and the United States lead in research contributions, while Africa, despite facing significant sustainability challenges, remains underrepresented. Recent research topics include energy efficiency, climate change, and air quality, which are different from the topics of interest before the COVID-19 pandemic, such as green hotels and tourism. Keyword such as “corporate norm” appear less integrated with other research themes. Further researches are expected to focus more on Africa and incorporate additional behavioral frameworks. In particular, integrating with behavioral models based on altruistic interests (Value-Belief-Norm/VBN), especially for studies in the Asian regions, which have a more dominant collectivist culture than individualism. The weakness of TPB, which only considers cognitive factors, can be addressed by adding affective factors through the Model of Goal-Directed Behavior (MGB). The proposed integration of MGB-VBN-Knowledge holds potential to enhance explanations of public environmental behaviour and formulate more effective policies. The role of corporate norms in shaping environmental behavior also warrants further exploration.
GENDER DIFFERENCES IN JAPANESE ELDERLY LEARNING MOTIVATION Cahyani, Yesy Tri; Iskandar, Kurniawaty; Surajaya, I Ketut; Mizuno, Kosuke; Jumanto, Jumanto; Ligia, Emila
Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya Vol. 15, No. 3
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Ageing is likely to become a 'gender issue' with a big number of women surviving into very old age in almost all the countries of the world. Japanese women have longer longevity than Japanese men. What is the secret behind the higher lifespan of Japanese women compared to Japanese men? Is it related to their ikigai? In this qualitative approach research, we chose the subjects as elderly men and women who participated in Easy English Conversation Courses in Kitakyushu Nenchousha Daigakkou (Kitakyushu Elder University). We assumed that to participate in Easy English Conversation Courses may change their life and enhance ikigai among the elderly, but there are gender differences in their elderly learning motivation. Understanding gender-specific factors related to ikigai in older adults could be beneficial in improving their overall well-being.
Skill Mismatch and the Gendered Structuring of Women’s Labor Market Reintegration: A Comparative Analysis of Advanced and Developing Asian Economies LEE, Hyeseung; Samputra, Palupi Lindiasari; Iskandar, Kurniawaty
Dinasti International Journal of Economics, Finance & Accounting Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Dinasti International Journal of Economics, Finance & Accounting (March-April 2
Publisher : Dinasti Publisher

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This research identifies the challenges faced by women when they want to return to work after caring for their baby, and how these challenges differ depending on the economic level of Asian countries. Founded on Gender Segmentation Theory, the research investigates how care systems and responsibilities limit employment opportunities, commonly leading women into unstable or informal employment. A systematic literature review was conducted in line with PRISMA guidelines, with searches carried out across major databases (Scopus, ScienceDirect, JSTOR and Google Scholar) in February 2026. A total of 20 relevant articles were selected from the 169 articles identified. The findings indicate that there are systemic limitations to labor reintegration. In advanced economies, women are primarily forced into non-regular employment due to continuous care responsibilities, while in developing countries, strict social norms often push them into informal or self-employment. Overall, the research suggests that current labour market regulations persist in exacerbating the gender gap. It emphasizes the urgent need for stronger re-entry pathways and inclusive policy frameworks across Asia to avoid the undervaluation of female human capital.