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I Nyoman Darma Putra
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JURNAL KAJIAN BALI Fakultas Ilmu Budaya Universitas Udayana Jln Nias 13 Denpasar 80114
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Kota denpasar,
Bali
INDONESIA
Jurnal Kajian Bali
Published by Universitas Udayana
ISSN : 20884443     EISSN : 25800698     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24843/JKB
The Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) is an area study journal that specializes in publishing research-based articles about Bali. The topics of articles about Bali that can be published are very diverse including Balinese culture, politics, music, language, architecture, literature, history, mass media, popular culture, tourism, economy, environment, health, law, management, religion, and Balinese customs. The journal would also like to publish articles on Bali with comparative approaches. The Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) is published twice a year, every April and October. Published articles are reviewed in a single blinded manner. The Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) was first published in April 2011 by the Center for Balinese Studies, University of Udayana. Starting from April 2019, the journal is published jointly by the Center for Balinese Studies and the Center of Excellence in Tourism, University of Udayana. However, starting April 2020, the Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) was published by the Center for Cultural Research and the Center of Excellence in Tourism, University of Udayana. This change occurred because of the reorganization of research centers at Udayana University from the end of 2019.
Articles 386 Documents
Linguistic Complexity of Bali’s Tourism Actors: The Perspectives of Translanguaging and Language Ideologies Tuntun Sinaga; Saortua Marbun
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i01.p15

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It is widely known that international tourist destinations, such as Bali, serve as sites where multiple languages co-exist. This linguistic diversity has shaped how local people (speakers) use language in their interactions. However, research on language, in Bali’s tourism context, has treated languages as separate entities. Therefore, this study explored Balinese tourism actors’ experiences and perspectives of their language practice in relation to language ideologies. This study is qualitative in nature, adopting semi-structured interviews with Balinese tourism actors for data collection. The collected data were analyzed using thematic analysis. This study identified two key findings: (1) translanguaging as an economic and cultural bridge; and (2) translanguaging as a sign of openness. The findings suggest that multilingualism serves as a resource for meaning making, which contradicts the monolingual perspective that sees languages as separate. This study concludes with implications and recommendations for future research.
Resilience in Bali's Accommodation Businesses Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survival Analysis Ni Made Inna Dariwardani; I Wayan Suardana; I Nyoman Sunarta; I Gusti Putu Bagus Sasrawan Mananda; Ignatius Cahyanto
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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This study aims to estimate the survival rate of the accommodation industry in Bali during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis using a dataset comprising 3,378 accommodations in Bali. Two distinct survival analysis methodologies were employed: the Kaplan-Meier and log-rank tests. This study will also employ a qualitative analysis to examine the cultural characteristics of accommodation business resilience in Bali. Based on the patterns revealed in this research, hotels in operation for the last 10 years will have a 70% survival rate, in contrast with hotels in operation for over 40 years which have a 25% survival rate. This is especially the case of hotels that remain in operation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial 15-year period of business operations is identified as a critical juncture. Moreover, a notable discrepancies in survival rates was found across groups defined by specific variables, including the number of rooms, business scale, business typology, and location. Local culture is also discovered to be a crucial factor that enhances business adaptability and community ties, providing resilience.
Actualization of the Spirit of Nationhood in Karawitan Musical Compositions by Balinese Maestro I Wayan Beratha I Gede Yudarta; Ni Luh Sutjiati Beratha; I Komang Sudirga
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Like other art forms, dance and music serve as expressive media for conveying social messages, including nationalism. However, nationalism in musical rhythms is often less explicit than in verbal or visual arts. This article explores the actualization of the spirit of nationhood in dance and karawitan—traditional Balinese musical compositions—by I Wayan Beratha (1926–2014), a maestro who created over 50 works, including dance pieces and instrumental compositions inspired by the national spirit of their time. Using a qualitative approach, this study gathers data through literature reviews, document analysis, and in-depth interviews. Ricoeur’s hermeneutical theory informs the analysis, positioning texts as a foundation for interpreting their social and ideological contexts. Findings reveal that Beratha’s works embody ideological themes, creative expression, and a deep commitment to national unity. His contributions continue to inspire contemporary artists, encouraging them to preserve and expand upon his legacy.
Reviving the Sanghyang Grodog Ritual Dance: Promoting Social Harmony and Sustainable Cultural Tourism in Nusa Lembongan Island, Bali Ni Made Arshiniwati; Ida Bagus Gede Surya Peradantha
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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This article explores the artistic significance and revitalization of the Sanghyang Grodog ritual in Lembongan Village, Bali, following a three-decade hiatus. Using a socio-artistic approach supported by social cohesion and semiotic theories, this study examines the ritual’s role in fostering social identity and promoting sustainable, culture-based tourism. Data were collected through participant observation, interviews, and secondary sources, with findings reinforced by focus group discussions. The results highlight the ritual’s embodiment of spiritual, social, and environmental harmony while addressing challenges posed by increasing tourism pressure. Despite limited public awareness, the ritual’s aesthetic and symbolic values serve as a catalyst for communal unity and sustainable cultural tourism. This study proposes a community-based tourism development strategy that includes the creation of a local mascot, visual branding, and the integration of arts into ecotourism and education, ensuring both cultural preservation and economic benefits for the community.
Tantric Elements in Balinese Hindu Rituals Ida Bagus Putu Suamba
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i01.p16

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Ritual forms an integral part of Balinese life; however, most Balinese do not realize that the ritual they practice is a blend of Vedic and Tantric elements expressed in local culture. This research aims to highlight the Tantric aspects of Balinese religion, which are usually mislabeled as mere Vedic rituals. A qualitative methodology was employed to analyze textual traditions and ritual practices. Data was collected, categorized, and analyzed to address the main elements of Tantray?na worship and how they are present in Balinese ones. Ubiquitous ritual elements such as ma??ala, yantra, pañca mak?ra, ak?ara and scales based on the human body are from the Tantra tradition. This article explores these individually, along with the generic structure of Balinese Hindu rituals.
Quantum Tourism in Bali: Integrating Cultural Heritage with Advanced Technologies for a Transformative Travel Experience Ni Made Eka Mahadewi; Ida Bagus Putu Puja; I Wayan Mertha; Vijay Singh Rathore; Norol Hamiza Zamzuri
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i01.p08

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Quantum tourism is an emerging phenomenon that integrates traditional tourism experiences with advanced technological, cultural, and spiritual dimensions. This study aims to explore the application of quantum tourism in Bali, analyzing how cultural and spiritual elements, alongside emerging technologies, can be synergized to enhance the tourism experience. The research employs a mixed method approach, where qualitative approach using interviews, data from previous studies, and quantitative approach using surveys with key stakeholders in Bali’s tourism industry. Combination of survey modes used were directed to the available sample frame. The findings enhance the conceptual understanding of quantum tourism by highlighting the quantum technology and central role of Bali’s spiritual energy, taksu, in shaping tourist experiences. However, the study also reveals the underutilization of advanced technologies such as IoT and AI. Findings suggest that, in times of uncertainty, investing in quantum technologies and sustainable practices could bolster Bali’s hotel, travel and tourism industry, ensuring it remains competitive and culturally authentic.
The Role of Burdah and Ngelenggang Religious Rituals in Preserving the Loloan Malay Language in West Bali I Gusti Ayu Gde Sosiowati; Ni Luh Nyoman Seri Malini; Putu Wahyu Widiatmika; Miina Norvik; Nissa Puspitaning Adni
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Loloan Malay is an endangered indigenous language which is also the identity of a minority Muslim community in Jembrana, West Bali. In the midst of the strong Hindu influence in Bali, the Loloan people try to maintain their different linguistic and cultural heritage through oral traditions such as Burdah and Ngelenggang—ritual performances presenting religious verse recitations accompanied by percussion performed during a seven-month pregnancy. This study aimed to explore how Loloan Malay language as their identity is maintained through Burdah and Ngelenggang rituals. Data were collected through interviews and observations, focusing on community leaders, ritual performers, and youths. The findings revealed that conducting the rituals maintains the language through the cultural materials and communication. Furthermore, the research also unpacks the language of having inconsistency in orthography, which affects not only the written communication but also the education. This study implies that sustainable religious practices can be markers of how well languages are maintained.
Conservation and Utilization: Community-Based Natural and Cultural Tourism Site Design in West Bali National Park Muhamad Muhamad; I Putu Gede Arya Kusdyana
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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The harmonious relationship between natural, social, and cultural landscapes for sustainable use represents an interaction between sites and surrounding communities. This research focuses on natural and cultural tourism allocations in forest resource management within the utilization zone of West Bali National Park (TNBB). Qualitative data analysis was conducted in the utilization zone designated for natural and cultural tourism, involving local communities around the conservation area. The findings indicate that the landscape in the utilization zone can maintain TNBB's conservation area sustainability through nature and culture-based tourism sites. This is supported by community involvement, which fosters harmonious relationships between TNBB management and village communities while improving local welfare through conservation efforts. The natural conditions and cultural aspects of six buffer villages directly bordering the National Park serve as powerful tourist attractions, contributing to the area's preservation and sustainable development.
Looking for Health or Normative Influence on Spa Consumption at Wellness Destination of Bali Indonesia: A Structural Equation Modeling Analysis Christine PETR; I Gusti Ayu Oka Suryawardani; I Gusti Raka Purbanto
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol 15 No 1 (2025): New Dimensions of Bali Tourism
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i01.p09

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This research investigates the influence of social norms and prior expectations on tourist satisfaction and loyalty in Bali’s wellness destinations, addressing a gap in understanding normative influence during and after consumption. The research aims to determine whether conforming to tourist norms is an autonomous source of satisfaction, independent of the spa’s intrinsic qualities or expected health benefits. Employing structural equation modeling on data from 355 international spa tourists, the research reveals that social norms have a more significant impact than expected health benefits on tourist behavior. Conformity perceptions were found to be stronger among spa lovers compared to spa discoverers. The novelty lies in its examination of compliance with social norms and personal benefit expectancies during the destination consumption phase. These findings emphasize the significance of normative influence in shaping tourist behavior at wellness destinations, offering valuable insights for marketing strategies that leverage social norms to enhance customer loyalty and destination competitiveness.
Bali’s Legong Pancer Langit Dance as Cultural Diplomacy and National Identity Construction: A Case Study of the Jeddah Festival Kasmahidayat , Yuliawan; Yulianti, Elyana; Marbun, Saortua
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Symbolism in Balinese Rituals
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i02.p04

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This study examines the role of the Legong Pancer Langit Dance, a Balinese Hindu tradition rooted in Tri Hita Karana (harmony with God, humans, and nature), as a vehicle for cultural diplomacy and national character strengthening. Focusing on its 2023 performance at the Jeddah Cultural Festival, the research uses qualitative methods including interviews, observations, and document analysis. The movements like mutering jagat (rotational steps symbolizing unity) and ngelayak (back-bridge posture reflecting environmental stewardship) resonated with Islamic values such as tawazun (balance) and habluminnallah (human-God harmony). Adaptations like modest costumes and viral campaigns (#LegongEyeChallenge), enabled the dance to navigate cultural sensitivities while preserving authenticity. The study highlights the dance facilitated intercultural dialogue, reinforcing Pancasila values, and projecting national identity. Policy recommendations incorporating traditional arts into diplomatic education and leveraging augmented reality (AR) for heritage preservation. Ultimately, the Legong Pancer Langit exemplifies how intangible heritage can strengthen cultural diplomacy in globalized contexts.

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