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Visual and Narrative Engagements with the "Subak" System: A Thematic Analysis of Sustainability Learning through Creative Interpretation in Bali Kaler Surata, Sang Putu; I Gusti Agung Sri Rwa Jayantini; Ida Bagus Ari Arjaya; Irina Safitri Zen
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p14

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Subak, Bali’s traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) system rooted in Tri Hita Karana, integrates water management, spiritual practice, and communal governance. This study investigates how Singaporean university students engaged with Subak during a cross-cultural, place-based learning program. Through immersive field visits to Subak Pulagan, located about 30 kilometers northeast of Denpasar, students produced drawings and narratives to interpret ecological, cosmological, and social relationships. Using phenomenographic inquiry combined with thematic and factor analysis, six themes were identified: sacred water, spiritual ecology, collective governance, temple networks, sustainability threats, and symbolic meaning. Findings show that students perceived Subak as a dynamic socio-ecological system and demonstrated ethical awareness and intercultural understanding. Framed by Critical Pedagogy of Place, their creative expressions revealed processes of reinhabitation and decolonization. The study underscores the value of arts-based, culturally grounded learning for deepening engagement with Indigenous ecological knowledge in Bali.
Spiritual Vibrations and Vedic Philosophy as Foundations of Balinese Culture and Global Appeal: The Sakala-Niskala as Parā Vidyā-Aparā Vidyā Paradigm Donder, Ketut; Sudarsana, I Ketut; Rat Dwiyana Putra, I Dewa Gede; Devi Maheswari, Prasanthy
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p10

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This article aims to explain how the Balinese sakala-niskala (visible-invisible) as Parā Vidyā-Aparā Vidyā paradigm produces the spiritual vibrations that form the foundation of Bali's sustained international appeal. Utilizing a qualitative methodology, this research synthesizes classical Advaita Vedanta and modern Vibration Theory. The data includes ethnographic observations and systematic interviews with key religious and cultural informants. Symbolic Interactionism is employed to interpret how these subtle energies are perceived and communicated by global visitors. Findings reveal that the concept of sakala-niskala is operationalized through Balinese rituals, which generate a dynamic vibrational field that influences both the environment and individual consciousness. The novelty lies in demonstrating that Bali’s sustained global appeal is directly attributable to the systematic maintenance of this vibrational ecology. This study contributes a new analytical model to spiritual geography and provides actionable insights for policymakers on establishing sustainable tourism governance that prioritizes the preservation of these unique vibrations.
Gender-Inclusive Rural Tourism: Women’s Participation in the Panji Ecovillage Homestay, North Bali Dini Andiani, Nyoman; Artini , Luh Putu; Yogiswari, Ni Made Mas; Adhitra , Andris; Banhidi , Miklos
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p13

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Women of the Farmers Group in Panji Village, North Bali, do not only support their families through agricultural work but also convert spare rooms in their homes into homestays, forming the Women Ecovillage Homestay Group. Through this community, they learn collectively to engage in and benefit from village tourism. This initiative illustrates how rural women contribute simultaneously to economic improvement and cultural preservation. This study examines their roles in community-based tourism (CBT) and their contribution to small-scale sustainable tourism, emphasizing gender-inclusive village development. Fieldwork was carried out intermittently from 2023 to 2025 as part of a community service program, enabling continuous observation of participation and empowerment processes. Using action research, the researcher applied and tested strategies developed through FGDs with key stakeholders. The findings show that women in Panji Village play a central role in sustaining tourism by managing homestays while safeguarding cultural identity, offering a model for inclusive and gender-responsive rural tourism development.
Aesthetic Transformations of Ogoh-Ogoh: From Conventional Giant Figures to Hybrid Myth–Popular Culture Characters Suardana, I Wayan; Laba, I Nyoman; Jamnongsarn, Surasak
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p05

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Thousands of Ogoh-Ogoh (towering giant effigies) are paraded across Bali to welcome the arrival of the Saka New Year (Nyepi Day), which falls every March or April. This article examines the evolving aesthetics of these processions, tracing their shift from ritualistic giant figures meant to repel the destructive power of bhuta kala to contemporary hybrid mythic–popular forms that incorporate global pop-cultural icons and local socio-political characters. Employing qualitative methods such as visual ethnography, observation, and semiotic analysis, this study explores Ogoh-Ogoh production across Bali, where creative experimentation is especially vibrant. The findings reveal a significant aesthetic transformation driven by environmental regulations, competitive youth creativity, and the changing visual preferences of younger generations. Material innovations, including the use of LED lighting, have further intensified a performative orientation emphasizing spectacle and technical sophistication. Despite these shifts, ritual continuity endures, demonstrating that ogoh-ogoh remains a living, adaptive tradition in contemporary Balinese society.
Sonic Hybridity, Cultural Continuity, and Musical Identity: Gamelan Pesel in Contemporary Bali I Wayan Suharta; I Gde Made Indra Sadguna; Yung-Hsin Wang
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p01

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This article examines gamelan pesel, an innovative hybrid ensemble created by I Wayan Arik Wirawan that fuses the sonic and material characteristics of semar pegulingan and selonding. Through qualitative methods, including organological analysis, participant observation, interviews, and digital ethnography, this research explores how gamelan pesel embodies “sonic hybridity,” a process through which Balinese musicians negotiate between tradition and innovation. The findings reveal that gamelan pesel’s creative design integrates bronze and iron instruments to generate a new timbral spectrum, while its unique tuning system and intercontextual performances across ritual, social-cultural, and digital media articulate a dynamic redefinition of Balinese musical identity. Rather than signaling a rupture with tradition, the ensemble exemplifies progressive traditionalism, where renewal sustains continuity. This study contributes to ethnomusicological and cultural discourse by illustrating how new ensembles can nurture cultural continuity through experimentation and adaptation.
Dolphin Ecotourism: Applying the "Tri Mandala" Framework to Balance Tourism, Conservation, and Culture in North Bali Ananda Citra, I Putu; Zakaria , Abd Razak; Dwipayana, Made; Eka Suryana, I Gede Putu
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p12

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Dolphin ecotourism in Lovina, North Bali, poses ecological risks due to uncontrolled human interactions and limited community awareness. To address these challenges, a culturally grounded yet environmentally conscious framework is essential. This study introduces the Tri Mandala concept, rooted in the Tri Hita Karana philosophy, which emphasizes harmony between humans, nature, and spirituality. The research employs qualitative analysis, including stakeholder interviews and field observations, to assess cultural and environmental synergies. The Tri Mandala organizes ecotourism activities into three spatial zones:  utama (sacred), madya (intermediate), and nista mandala (profane), each serving distinct functions. A minimum dolphin observation distance of 50 meters is recommended to reduce ecological disruption. This zoning model promotes balanced interactions among stakeholders, fostering sustainability and cultural integrity. Future adaptations should incorporate ecological, spatial metrics and cross-cultural testing to enhance relevance. This approach highlights the need for context-sensitive methodologies in ecotourism planning, balancing local values with scalable conservation strategies.
Cultural Resistance to Premarital Health Screening among Prospective Brides and Grooms in Kintamani Bangli, Bali Dalem, Dewa Nyoman; Anom Kumbara, A. A. Ngurah; Renawati, Pande Wayan; Muhidin , Salut
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p08

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In 2021, the Indonesian government launched a national stunting strategy outlined in Presidential Regulation No.72. As part of this initiative, a program promoting premarital health screening for prospective brides and grooms was introduced through ELSIMIL (Elektronik Siap Nikah dan Hamil), Marriage and Pregnancy Readiness App. Despite being linked to marriage registration and targeting all couples, participation remains low in certain regions, such as Kintamani-Bali, due to cultural resistance. This study explores the underlying causes of the phenomenon using qualitative approaches (observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis) guided by Foucault's power-knowledge theory and Bourdieu's generative structuralism. Findings reveal that cultural resistance stems from the local bridal seclusion “pingit” tradition, which prohibits brides from publicly announcing wedding plans, and from beliefs that view illness/health conditions within a couple as a private matter, not a shared social concern. The study highlights the need for culturally sensitive strategies to improve the program's acceptance and effectiveness at the community level.
The ‘Ogoh-Ogoh’ Youth Festival: A Living Structure of Folklore Transmission in the International Tourist Town of Ubud, Bali Ni Putu Parmini; Sukarini, Ni Wayan; Indrawati, Ni Luh Ketut Mas; Sala, Giulia; Wasista, I Putu Udiyana
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p04

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This ethnographic study examined the annual festival of ogoh-ogoh (giant sculpture) held by youth in the international tourist town of Ubud, Bali. Using participant observation supplemented by semi-structured interviews with youth organizations, ritual specialists, master craftsmen, and artists, along with documentary analysis of institutional protocols and competition frameworks, the study reveals that the intersemiotic translation from narrative to sculptural form maintains the link with Balinese folklore, transforming it into desirable cultural capital through hermeneutic problem-solving that requires consultation of palm leaf lontar manuscripts and the involvement of elders. Visual–spatial and kinesthetic processing generates mnemonic amplification, producing mythological preservation, while adaptive transmission demonstrates young people's mastery of contemporary technologies and administrative skills, reinforcing traditional knowledge, enabling organizational sovereignty, and maintaining epistemic authority through strategic opacity. These findings redefine cultural sustainability beyond the conservation–innovation dichotomy, revealing the folkloric vitality that emerges through modernity and touristic culture.
Revitalizing Ancient Balinese Yoga: A Strategic Framework for Sustainable Spiritual Tourism Development Anchored in Divine Transcendence Surpi, Ni Kadek; Sudiana, I Gusti Ngurah; Arta Widana , I Ketut; I Ketut Sudharma Putra
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p11

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This study examines the revitalization of ancient Balinese yoga as a sustainable spiritual tourism product rooted in the concept of divine transcendence. Ancient Balinese yoga, which has preserved 14 lineages of world yoga since 541 AD, is a unique cultural heritage that has not been widely utilized in modern tourism. Using a mixed-methods approach that involves qualitative interviews with key stakeholders, focus group discussions, and a quantitative survey of 150 potential tourists, this study formulates a strategic framework for developing this traditional form of yoga into an authentic and sustainable spiritual tourism product. The study's results demonstrate significant potential for revitalizing ancient Balinese yoga, focusing on three key dimensions: authenticity preservation, marketability, and local community engagement. Four strategic tourism packages are proposed: cultural performances, training programs, retreat packages, and instructor courses. This study highlights key success factors such as instructor development, infrastructure needs, and marketing strategies that maintain cultural integrity while meeting modern tourism demands.
Negotiating the Third Space: Islamic Performing Arts and Cultural Diplomacy Between Muslim Minorities and Royal Patronage in Bali Sariada, I Ketut; Gunadi Putra, I Gede; Rahiminejat, Rahim
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Identity in Contemporary Bali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i03.p06

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In Bali, Islamic performing arts have long bridged relations between Muslim minority communities and the puri royal courts, shaped by trade, intermarriage, and mutual coexistence. This study examines Rodat as a medium of social interaction and identity negotiation in Kepaon, Denpasar, and Puri Agung Pemecutan, with comparisons from other regions in Bali. Using a qualitative ethnographic approach that combines observation, interviews, and document analysis, the research traces the historical, symbolic, and political dimensions of these practices. The findings show that Rodat and other Islamic performances serve dual functions: preserving Muslim identity while legitimizing palace authority, creating a third space that enables coexistence without forced assimilation. This space functions as a mechanism of interfaith diplomacy, reinforced through rituals, mutual recognition, and cultural patronage. In doing so, this study advances theoretical understanding by demonstrating how Bhabha’s ‘third space’ can be institutionalized through traditional patronage, enabling coexistence without assimilation.

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