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Japanology
Published by Universitas Airlangga
ISSN : 29858380     EISSN : 23022876     DOI : https://doi.org/10.20473/jjs
Core Subject : Religion, Social,
Japanology is an international interdisciplinary journal that provides a media for scientific articles that study various aspects of Japan, especially in the social, humanities, language and culture fields. Contributions are invited from scholars around the world. The scope of the journal is Japanese studies which include: - Japanese culture - Japanese language/linguistic - Japanese literature - Japanese society - Representation of Japan in old and new media - Japanese language and culture education - History of Japan
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KESELARASAN ANTARA DOUTOKU KYOUIKU DAN KYUUSHOKU PADA PENDIDIKAN DASAR DI JEPANG SRI PANGASTOETI
Japanology: The Journal of Japanese Studies Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025)
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Moral education (doutoku kyouiku) is fundamental in shaping students’ characters so that they become independent individuals who are able to adapt to their social environment in accordance with the values that prevail in society. This article aims to examine the implementation of moral education at the elementary education level in Japan, as well as its integration into kyuushoku (school lunch) activities. This study uses a literature review method based on curriculum documents, education regulations, and previous research results. The results show that moral education (doutoku kyouiku) and school lunch practices (kyuushoku) in primary and secondary education in Japan are designed in an integrated manner, with doutoku providing a framework of values and kyuushoku embodying them in shared meals that cultivate responsibility, discipline, gratitude, ecological awareness, and cross-cultural openness. Kyuushoku has evolved from a nutritional fulfillment program into a hidden curriculum that integrates moral values, health, national identity, and sustainability through shokuiku policies and inter-ministerial collaboration. The integration of the two at the compulsory education level makes doutoku–kyuushoku a driving force in shaping the character of Japanese citizens who are healthy, locally rooted yet cosmopolitan, and contribute to the development of Japan’s social capital.
Representasi Budaya Jepang dalam Game Ensemble Stars putu ditha ananda putri; Suartini Ni Nengah; Handayani Irvina Restu
Japanology: The Journal of Japanese Studies Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025): Japanese Social and Cultural Reflections Through Media, Literature, and Langua
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Video games, especially the roleplay game (RPG) genre, have evolved into an effective popular culture medium for representing and transmitting cultural values. This study aims to uncover and analyze the cultural representation of the Japanese New Year celebration (Shōgatsu) found in the roleplay game Ensemble Stars. Although Japanese culture is globally well-known, the deep understanding of the meaning and values behind it among the global community remains limited. Therefore, this research assesses the extent to which this game can serve as an accurate reference for cultural understanding. The research method used is content analysis through observation of in-game content. Data analysis was performed using the Edgar H. Schein cultural model, which divides cultural elements into three levels: artifacts (tangible culture), espoused values, and basic assumptions (intangible culture). Data were collected by identifying and recording storyline elements, decorations, and character interactions related to the Japanese New Year celebration. The results show that Ensemble Stars successfully and accurately represents the Japanese New Year culture, encompassing both tangible aspects (such as osechi and kadomatsu) and intangible aspects (such as the hatsumōde tradition and the value of togetherness). This representation functions as an effective cultural transmission medium, helping global players understand the values and meaning behind the traditions, and indirectly contributing to Japan's tourism promotion strategy.
ANALISIS KESEPADANAN PENERJEMAHAN IDIOM MANGA “BARAKAMON” VOLUME 1-5 KARYA SATSUKI YOSHINO TERJEMAHAN ELEX MEDIA KOMPUTINDO Syifa Az Zahrah, Sabita; Muhammad Ali, Hamdi; Yuniarsih
Japanology: The Journal of Japanese Studies Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025)
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This research aims to identify the manifestation of idioms and the Equivalent strategies eploed by the translator in the manga Barakamon (volume 1-5) from Japanese into Indonesian. The analysis of idiom Equivalent strategies was conducted through four comprehensive levels: above word level, grammatical, textual, and pragmatic. Utilizing contextual and semantic analysis, the study identified a total of 47 idioms within the source text. The findings reveal that the manifestation of idioms is dominated by metaphorical expressions rooted in psychological and anatomical elements. Linguistically, these idioms tend to undergo shifts toward more functional and pragmatic meanings in the Indonesian translation. Based on the frequency of Equivalent strategies, the pragmatic level emerged as the most dominant (28), followec by above word level (18), grammatical (18), adn textual (9). This phenomenon underscores that the translator prioritizes dynamic Equivalent, naturalness, and contextual suitability within the target culture over preserving the lexical forms of the source language. This approach ensures that the emotional and cultural nuances of the manga are accurately conveyed to the local audience.
Fenomena Ore Ore Sagi sebagai Bentuk Penipuan terhadap Kerentanan Lansia dalam Masyarakat Hyper-Aging Jepang Putri Elsy
Japanology: The Journal of Japanese Studies Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Japan in Transition: Language, Culture, and Society
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The “Ore Ore Sagi” phenomenon is a form of telephone fraud that often targets older adults in Japan. The term “ore, ore” literally means “me, me”, an informal expression used by young men. In this scam, perpetrators pretend to be the children or grandchildren of older adults who are facing an urgent situation, thereby persuading victims to provide immediate financial assistance. Meanwhile, “sagi” means “fraud”. This study aims to analyze the “Ore Ore Sagi” phenomenon as a form of fraud targeting older adults in Japan's rapidly aging society. “Ore-Ore Sagi” has existed since 2009. The rapid increase in the population of adults aged 65 and above has made older adults primary targets of this type of fraud. This study employs a literature review method by examining documented cases and police reports related to “Ore Ore Sagi”. The findings indicate that older adults are vulnerable to this form of fraud. “Ore Ore Sagi” is associated not only with criminal activity, but also with the vulnerability of older adults, including social isolation, limited digital literacy, and excessive trust in individuals claiming to be their children or grandchildren. These factors make victims reluctant to ask questions to verify the caller's identity for fear of appearing unfamiliar with their own family members. In addition to causing financial losses amounting to billions of yen each year, “Ore Ore” scams also inflict psychological trauma, further exacerbating the vulnerability of older adults. Therefore, “Ore, Ore” scams have become a significant social issue amid demographic change and the cultural dynamics of Japan's hyper-aging society.
Simbiosis Idola dan Penggemar: Dinamika Resiprositas Economic Means dan Symbolic Means dalam Fandom Arashi Firtha Ayu Rachmasari
Japanology: The Journal of Japanese Studies Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Japan in Transition: Language, Culture, and Society
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The relationship between idols and fans in contemporary popular culture is no longer understood as a one-way process of consumption, but as an ecosystem sustained by the exchanges of both material and symbolic value. This study aims to examine the dynamics of reciprocity between the idol group Arashi and its fans by analyzing how fans provide support through economic means, whereas Arashi reciprocates through symbolic means. This study is a descriptive qualitative study using a literature-based research method. The data were analyzed through thematic analysis of relevant literature, documents, and publications. The findings show that the symbolic means Arashi distributes through intensive fan service play a crucial role in fostering strong emotional bonds and deep fan loyalty. This affective loyalty generates collective responses in the form of economic support, as fans consciously allocate financial resources to purchase goods, albums, and concert tickets to sustain the group's activities and presence. The study concludes that the relationship between Arashi and its fans constitutes a mutualistic symbiosis driven by an affective economy, in which symbolic capital and economic capital are continuously exchanged to maintain the sustainability of the fandom ecosystem.